THIS IS A 12+ MO W2 CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY WORKING ONSITE 5 DAYS/WK
CANDIDATES MUST BE LOCAL TO THE FREEPORT, TX AREA AT TIME OF APPLICATION
DURATION: 18+ MO
MAX RATE$23-25HR BOE
Analytical Technician to support process laboratories in Freeport, Texas. This role requires a technician who can contribute immediately and operate effectively within an analytical lab environment.
Core Responsibilities
- Support instrumental analysis for two key technologies within the process labs
- Perform analytical testing using:
o LCs (Liquid Chromatography)
o GCs (Gas Chromatography)
- Apply strong wet chemistry or instrumental analysis skills
- Follow rigorous analytical lab practices and maintain high-quality data standards
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of relevant laboratory experience
o Wet chemistry, instrumental analysis, or similar analytical lab work
- Not an entry level role - candidates must have hands-on lab experience
- Preferred: Background in R&D analytical instrumentation, though not required
- Candidates should demonstrate:
o Strong appreciation for analytical rigor
o Ability to contribute quickly with minimal ramp up
o Solid foundational lab skills and familiarity with standard lab operations
Candidate Expectations
- Must be able to step into the role and make an immediate impact
- Should bring practical experience that supports both instrumental and general analytical workflows
- Fresh graduates without lab experience will not be considered
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- Have 3+ years of hands-on analytical lab experience
- Possess familiarity with LC/GC instrumentation
- Understand analytical rigor and can adapt quickly to established lab processes
- Are capable of contributing immediately without extensive training
By submitting your application, you acknowledge that recruiting technologies, including AI-assisted tools, may be used to support candidate evaluation, sourcing, matching, and communications.
OpTech is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you local to the Freeport, TX area and able to be onsite 5 days/wk?
- Do you have a degree in either Chemical or PTEch or previous Lab experience?
- Do you have experience performing routine lab analysis?
- Do you have experience performing basic calibration and preventative maintenance of analytical systems?
- What is your target W2 hourly rate and does it line up with the rate listed in the posting?
- Do you have wet chemistry experience?
Work Location: In person
