LABORATORY TECHNICIAN (Part-Time)
Position Type: Part-Time, Permanent & Long Term
Hours: Approx 25-30 hrs / week
Education Level: High School Diploma/GED
Pay: Competitive hourly rate, based on experience
NOTE: We are seeking applicants for a PERMANENT, LONG-TERM commitment. This is NOT a seasonal, Summer, or internship type position. This is an entry level PRODUCTION based role. We are NOT seeking applicants furthering a computer/IT , scientific, analytical, or medical/health related career. Please keep these critical points in mind before applying to this job opening.
Apex Oil Lab is a locally owned oil analysis laboratory offering testing for new and used lubricants for maintenance and reliability purposes. We assist companies in industries such as Automotive, Manufacturing, Transportation, Oil & Gas, Construction, and Power Generation. We provide exceptional service and accurate results for customers with high value and highly critical equipment. This is accomplished by a highly collaborative and supportive team focused on efficiency and quality.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Laboratory Technician position entails laboratory, data entry, and administrative work. This is an entry level production based role that doesn't require scientific, analytical, or extensive technical experience. This role entails both desk work and physical activity. Work is performed in a supportive team environment. All tasks are performed to provide the most accurate data, highest level of customer service, and meet daily production deadlines.
Facility hours are Mon - Fri, 9-5. This a long term permanent position, offering part-time shifts (25-30 hrs/week). Shifts are typically 5-6 hrs. Our team members must be flexible to accommodate staffing needs.
All work is performed onsite. Applicants are strongly recommended to live within short commute of our location in Kentwood (49512).
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (included but not limited to):
- Job responsibilities entail both clerical and laboratory work
- Follow operating procedures precisely and consistently as outlined by management
- Receive and open fluid sample shipments, prepare bottles, and enter information from paperwork to computer system
- Handle inbound and outbound phone calls and emails
- Provide excellent customer support
- Database work will include entering data, updating records, etc
- Operate, clean, and maintain fluid testing instruments in the laboratory
- Efficiently and accurately process test samples to meet daily deadlines
- Follow all protocols to maintain a clean and safe laboratory environment
- Assist in maintaining inventory and prepare outgoing shipments
- Additional duties as requested by management
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy is crucial
- Excellent customer support skills
- Data entry experience (10-key proficient)
- Strong typing skills (speed with high accuracy)
- Prior lab or production experience preferred
- Follow verbal and written instructions, SOPs, procedures
- Energetic and enjoys working within a collaborative team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Willing to work in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to petroleum products, fumes, odors, mists and dusts
- Wear PPE as required
- Basic math skills
- Move or life up to 50 lbs
- Visual acuity with ability to distinguish colors
- Able to work standing for extended periods of time; bending, stretching, kneeling, and lifting
- Ability to work under pressure and deadlines
- Strong organizational skills with ability to multi-task to manage continuous workflow
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Why are you seeking a new job?
- Where do you see yourself in the next 3-4 years?
- When can you start a new job?
- What attracted you to this position and how does your experience contribute to succeeding in a job that combines administrative and laboratory roles?
Experience:
- Data Entry: 1 year (Required)
- MS Excel: 1 year (Required)
- 10 key typing: 1 year (Required)
Location:
- Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (Required)
Work Location: In person
