Laboratory Technician

With a purpose to make tomorrow a little bit better than today for each other, our customers, and our communities, Ascentek provides an environment where you can love what you do and be your best every day. What you will enjoy by being a part of a 2025 USA Great Place to Work certified company:A position that is: Salary, Full time, Mon-FriMedical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverage Dental and Vision Insurance FSA/HSA options Paid parental leave Company-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance Supplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance 401(k) with a generous company match Pet Insurance Benefits Tuition reimbursement 21 Paid Days Off 7 Paid Holidays Short-term Incentive Plan (STIP), ask your Talent Partner for detailsDress For Your Day (casual dress environment)Paid comprehensive on-the-job trainingCompany phone providedCompany computer providedCareer advancement opportunitiesAs the Laboratory Technician you will play a vital role in developing, coordinating and executing technical activities at our customer site. You will serve as the primary technical resource for customers, performing process assessments, troubleshooting complex fluid and process challenges and leading to trials. This role collaborates closely with customers' onsite personnel to identify opportunities, drive innovation and enhance product performance. Rooted in Our Values you will combine technical expertise with strong communication and relationship skills to deliver exceptional solutions and support business growth.ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:Serve as the primary technical resource for assigned customer sites, building strong relationships and providing responsive on-site supportPerform daily, weekly, and monthly concentration, pH, bacteria, and fungus testing according to defined schedules and plant conditionsCollect hydraulic, quench oil, and process samples, coordinate third-party laboratory analysis, and communicate results to appropriate stakeholdersDocument all testing results accurately in Excel or required systems and distribute reports in a timely mannerTreat systems with biocides and fungicides as appropriate in consultation with plant management, ensuring timely reporting and follow-up testingConduct routine audits of concentration tracking charts and verify compliance with required machine-level testing schedulesSupport preventative maintenance efforts by identifying assets due for service and performing required sample analysisPerform comprehensive process assessments of machining and washing systems to identify improvement opportunitiesLead structured continuous improvement initiatives using PDCA methodology to enhance process stability, repeatability, and product performanceCollaborate with maintenance, production, quality, and engineering stakeholders to implement defined process improvementsDevelop control plans and standardized procedures to sustain operational improvementsTrain customer personnel on sampling procedures, system monitoring, and best practices for fluid managementProvide technical presentations, findings summaries, and progress updates to plant leadership and key stakeholdersIdentify opportunities for innovation, performance enhancement, and long-term cost savings within customer operationsEducation:College degree, preferably in chemistry or mechanical engineeringExperience and/or Training: Industrial sales experienceLicense/Certification:MLT, OMAKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Demonstrated ability to influence and communicate credibly with customers and internal teamsProven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsAbility to collaborate effectively within sales and operating systemsExcellent listening, reporting and presentation skillsEffective written and verbal communication skills across all levels, including executive and engineering stakeholdersStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsProficient in building relationships across cross-functional teamsAbility to identify and drive process improvement opportunitiesSTLE CMFS certificationSTLE OMA-1 or OMA-2 oil analysis certificationExperience with additives, base oils and formulation developmentExperience leading customer technical seminars or product demonstrationsPhysical, Mental, Environmental Demands:Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting and climbingAbility to lift and carry up to 45 poundsContinuous speaking and listening required for customer interactionsFrequent driving to customer sites and regional travel by automobileAwareness of environmental conditions including mechanical shops, loud noises and slippery surfacesUse of PPE such as face shields, ear plugs, safety shoes, safety goggles, gloves or hard hats when requiredWork performed in customer facilities, laboratories and industrial settingsExposure to varying temperatures, loud noise and mechanical equipmentSafety awareness always required in accordance with customer and site requirementsAt Ascentek, we are committed to providing accurate and up-to-date information about our career opportunities. For the most accurate job descriptions, salary details, and benefit information, we encourage you to visit our official careers page at is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Created: 2026-04-15