Lab Technician

Want to build a brighter, bolder future and cultivate your career? Join Ecolab’s team and help create a world in which we all thrive.     Ecolab is seeking a Lab Technician to join our team in Garland, TX. As a Lab Technician, you’ll perform biological and chemical analyses, support formulation development, and contribute to continuous improvement by evaluating processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.    How You’ll Make an Impact:    Assist in development of formulations for a variety of applications   Responsible for all steps of routine experimentation including sample prep, equipment orientation, instrument control, data processing, and analysis   Conduct product performance and field testing   Approve, hold, and/or reject products based on laboratory analysis versus specifications    Ensure compliance to current regulatory requirements, following GMP guidelines for data reporting, and preparation of validation protocols, raw data generation, and final reports  Conduct reexamination of borderline results, research technical literature, and communicate opportunities for process improvements   Multi-task between many projects to ensure the various completion deadlines are met  Recommend testing parameters, complete experiments and project work as assigned   Provide analytical and technical support for quality related product investigations   Complete data reviews for out-of-specification test results issuing SPC charts of historical results  Optimize and recommend lab improvements to support 5S initiatives  Other duties as assigned    Position Details:    Plant Location:    Garland, TX. Work Week & Shift:  Monday - Friday 9:30 p.m. - 5:30 a.m. Compensation: $26.44 per hour   What’s Unique About This Role:   The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives and ideas to achieve our best  Be part of a company that values a culture of safety that includes top-notch safety training and personal protective equipment    Minimum Qualifications:    Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or relevant science discipline  2 years laboratory or quality control experience in related industry Immigration sponsorship is not offered for this role    Preferred Qualifications:    PC computer skills in Excel, Work, and Access Familiarity with laboratory safety procedures Strong background in scientific skills and lab analysis  Must be familiar with laboratory safety procedures/regulations  Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications  Strong verbal and written communication skills  HPLC, FTIR, Viscometer Instruments, Auto titration, or other instrument training Experience with troubleshooting problems with test methods and lab equipment as they arise Strong analytical skills and knowledge of basic statistical principles Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities   What’s in it For You:   Starting on Day 1 : Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, matching 401K, company-paid pension, stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, select discounted childcare resources, and more!   The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments   The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth   The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best    About Ecolab:   At Ecolab, we prioritize our talent-first philosophy by creating the most capable and diverse team to excel at our nearly three million customer sites. Building on a century of innovation, our 48,000 associates help deliver comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food