Lab Technician

Job Description

Educational Requirements Diploma or Degree in: Polymer Technology Chemistry Material Science Mechanical Engineering (with exposure to materials testing) Experience Entry-level: Fresh graduates with internships or hands-on lab experience. Preferred: 1-2 years of experience in a quality lab, particularly in a PVC or HDPE pipe manufacturing environment. Exposure to testing and quality control in polymer-based industries. Skills Technical Skills Material Testing and Analysis: Lab Equipment Handling: Standards and Compliance: Awareness of ISO standards (e.g., ISO 9001:2015, ISO 17025 for testing labs). Basic knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word) for report preparation. Soft Skills Attention to detail to ensure precise test results. Good organizational skills for managing samples and documentation. Ability to work under pressure and meet testing deadlines. Effective communication to report findings clearly. Knowledge Requirements Material Knowledge: Testing Procedures Process Knowledge: Health and Safety Knowledge: Knowledge of safe handling of chemicals and lab equipment. Awareness of environmental guidelines for handling PVC/HDPE materials. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Raw Material Testing- Conduct quality tests on PVC resin, stabilizers, fillers, and other additives to ensure compliance with required specifications. Product Quality Assurance- Perform physical and mechanical tests on PVC pipes, such as tensile strength, impact resistance, and elongation testing, to meet industry standards like ASTM or DIN. Dimensional Accuracy Checks- Verify pipe dimensions, including wall thickness, diameter, and ovality, using precision measuring tools like micrometers and Vernier calipers. Hydrostatic Pressure Testing- Test pipe performance under specified pressure levels to assess durability and identify leaks or weaknesses. Heat Reversion and Environmental Testing- Conduct tests to measure heat reversion, UV resistance, and other environmental factors affecting pipe performance. In-Process Quality Monitoring- Collect and test samples during production to ensure consistent quality at various manufacturing stages. Compliance Documentation- Maintain accurate records of all test results and prepare detailed reports for internal and external quality audits. Lab Equipment Calibration and Maintenance- Calibrate testing instruments regularly and ensure their proper functioning to avoid inaccuracies in results. Support for Audits and Certifications- Assist in preparing the lab and documentation for certifications such as ISO 9001:2015, NSF compliance audits. Safety and Lab Maintenance- Ensure safe handling of chemicals and equipment, maintain cleanliness in the lab, and follow safety protocols at all times. Note: Responsibilities stated above are indicative and not limited to this key responsibilities.