Analytical Laboratory Technician - Belpre, OH

Make a +Difference at Kraton!At Kraton, we make a Positive Difference, and we are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for our customers and to the world. We are looking to hire a key member of our Quality team at our Belpre, Ohio location.The Analytical Laboratory Technician is an important part of the team who will work a rotating shift schedule, within a lab setting of a manufacturing plant, and is responsible for sample analysis, data entry, equipment care, troubleshooting, communication, and housekeeping.Key Responsibilities* Analysis of raw materials, in-process, and finished product samples from the plant.* Troubleshooting/calibrating certain equipment in the QC Lab.* Review of results to ensure they are reasonable prior to data entry, determining whether a retest is appropriate, or instrumentation requires attention.* Communication of results within the Quality Department and with other departments through data entry into various Sharepoint lists and our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).* Communication with Operations on quality matters.* Working with Quality Supervisor, Product Stewards, and Quality Manager to track, report, & improve key quality indicators for laboratory compliance, accuracy, and efficiency.* Reporting of instrumentation issues and remove faulty instruments from service until a disposition can be made on the instrument.* Participation in Gage R&R studies to identify training opportunities.* Interacting with the plant''s EHS Department to ensure the proper disposal of chemical waste and general compliance with applicable policies.* Ensuring laboratory area, instruments, and tools neat and orderly.* Determining proper testing techniques for non-routine and R&D samples through collaboration with Analytical Chemists and Management.* Driving the plant fire truck and completing associated training requirements.Required Skills* 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience; preference will be given to individuals with work experience in a QC chemical manufacturing setting or chemical plant operations experience.* Demonstration of ability to think critically.* Ability to accommodate schedule changes/flexibility.* Demonstration of good communication skills.* Ability to work in a team and individual environment.Education, Certifications & Licenses* Bachelor''s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology preferred.* High School diploma with the equivalent combination of advanced education and work experience required.* -------------------------------------------------The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.Kraton''s internal talent acquisition team manages our recruiting efforts and from time to time works with pre-selected/pre-approved external staffing agencies. We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from recruiters and/or agencies who are not pre-selected/pre-approved.Kraton is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Created: 2025-09-06