Title:  Lab Technician

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Lab Technician

Performs a variety of laboratory and research related tasks. Analyzes and tests manufactured and recycled Company products to ensure product quality and composition.

What You will Do: 

• Uses laboratory equipment to analyze, measure and test chemicals to ensure quality control of products. 
• Prepare solutions and standards.
• Perform calculations, routine, and specialized tests.
• Calibrate instrumentation on regular schedules and arrange for annual PM from vendors.
• Prepares, uploads, emails and prints Certificates of Analysis and Toxicological reports.
• Maintain accurate records, laboratory notebooks, and SOPs.
• Orders and monitors laboratory supplies, reagents, and standards.
• Cleans and maintains laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Adheres to company quality processes and written SOPs.
• Assists in resolving product quality issues in an efficient and timely manner.

What You will Need:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biological Sciences, or chemistry-related field preferred
• Experienced in basic laboratory procedures.
• Ability to work the scheduled shift.
• Knowledge of laboratory protocols.
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements as it pertains to FDA Regulated Products.
• Experience in SAP preferred.

Versed in the Following:

• UV-Visible and FTIR Spectrophotometers
• Gas Chromatography
• Volumetric Analysis (titration)
• pH meters
• APHA Pt-Co Colorimeter
• Density meters
• Karl Fischer Coulometric Autotitrator
• Solution preparation and standardization
• Instrument maintenance and calibration.
• SOP writing
• Microsoft Office products

Where You will Work:   

2461 Crocker Cir, Fairfield, CA 94533

Pay & Benefits: 

• The salary range for this position is $54,070 - $67,580
• The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location
• Available employee benefits include health, vision, dental coverage, along with industry-leading retirement and time off programs

What you can expect: 

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews
• Competitive pay and benefits

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our global team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! 

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. 

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.

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