Location: Wheatfield / Niagara Falls, NY
Schedule: Day Shift | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM | 40 hours/week
Pay Rate: $25.00/hr
Saint-Gobain's Ceramics division is seeking a Lab Technician to support quality testing and laboratory operations at the Wheatfield facility. This role is responsible for performing tests on raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
The Lab Technician will work closely with production, quality, and R&D teams to analyze samples, record results, and support manufacturing operations.
Perform laboratory testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products
Log and track samples and maintain accurate testing records
Conduct hardness testing, surface area analysis, particle size testing, and other material evaluations
Prepare samples for testing and imaging using equipment such as SEM and other laboratory instruments
Analyze results and communicate findings to production and quality teams
Maintain laboratory equipment, perform basic troubleshooting, and support instrument calibration
Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized lab environment
Assist with special testing projects and support continuous improvement initiatives
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Word
Knowledge of laboratory practices and safe chemical handling
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Preferred
1–2 years of laboratory or quality testing experience
Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
Ideal candidate may be a college student or early-career professional with lab or quality experience
Will work closely with another technician but must also be comfortable working independently
Regular interaction with production operators, supervisors, and R&D staff