QC Lab Technician

This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on chemical testing, solution preparation, and analytical work in a manufacturing chemical lab environment. GPS is hiring an experienced Wet Chemistry Lab Technician to join a manufacturing-based laboratory in Columbia, SC .

GPS is hiring an experienced Wet Chemistry Lab Technician to join a manufacturing-based laboratory in Columbia, SC.  This is NOT a medical or clinical lab environment. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on chemical testing, solution preparation, and analytical work in a manufacturing chemical lab environment.  Why You Should Apply:

• Starting Pay: $22.00/hr 
• Schedule: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday 
• Benefits after hire: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and more.
• Work in a role that supports innovation, quality control, and high standards.

 What You Will Do:

• Perform wet chemistry lab testing.
• Conduct chemical experiments and tests using techniques like gas chromatography and spectroscopy.
• Prepare chemical solutions and analyze solids, liquids, and gases for compliance.
• Monitor product quality and processing to meet standards.
• Maintain and clean lab equipment, ensuring a safe and organized workspace.
• Assist with plant raw material handling and maintain inventory.
• Inspect and prepare samples for shipment, following regulatory requirements.
• Record, compile, and interpret test results.

 What Is Needed:

• Education:
  • Minimum: High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Preferred: Associate degree in a related field
  • Coursework in Chemistry, Chemical Technology or related field. 

 

• Experience:
  • Minimum: 2 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing wet lab.

 

• Skills:
  • Basic written and verbal communication.
  • Strong math skills and knowledge of wet lab chemistry.
  • Ability to work independently and follow detailed instructions.
     

Drug-free workplace and criminal background check required.  EOE