HPLC Lab Technician

Company Overview

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples, mobile phases, buffers, reagents, standards, and system suitability solutions according to approved procedures. 

• Perform routine testing using HPLC or other applicable laboratory techniques such as titrations. 

• Set up instruments, confirm calibration status, conduct system suitability testing, and monitor analytical runs. 

• Review chromatograms and calculations for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established specifications. 

• Enter observations, instrument parameters, calculations, and results into laboratory notebooks, worksheets, or electronic systems in a timely manner. 

• Follow controlled methods, standard operating procedures, good documentation practices, and applicable quality requirements. 

• Identify atypical results, instrument problems, sample discrepancies, and procedural deviations; promptly notify the supervisor and assist with investigations. 

• Perform routine instrument checks, cleaning, minor troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance as assigned. 

• Maintain laboratory supplies, reagents, reference standards, columns, consumables, and sample inventories. 

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; properly label, store, and dispose of chemicals and samples. 

• Collaborate with production, quality assurance, engineering, and other laboratory personnel to meet testing priorities and turnaround expectations. 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications 

• Associate degree in chemistry, biochemistry, chemical technology, or a related scientific discipline; an equivalent combination of education and relevant laboratory experience may be considered. 

• Foundational knowledge of analytical chemistry, laboratory calculations, solution preparation, and safe chemical handling. 

• Ability to follow detailed written procedures and produce complete, legible, and accurate records. 

• Basic proficiency with laboratory software and standard office applications. 

• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and time-management skills. 

• Ability to work independently after training and to collaborate effectively in a deadline-driven laboratory environment. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• One or more years of experience in a chemical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, environmental, food, or manufacturing laboratory. 

• Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, chromatography data systems, or laboratory information management systems. 

• Experience working in a regulated environment and familiarity with good laboratory, manufacturing, or documentation practices. 

• Knowledge of common chromatographic troubleshooting concepts, including pressure changes, retention-time shifts, carryover, peak shape, and baseline performance. 

Core Competencies 

• Quality and compliance focus 

• Technical accuracy and attention to detail 

• Problem identification and escalation 

• Planning and prioritization 

• Clear written and verbal communication 

• Teamwork, reliability, and continuous learning 

Physical Demands and Working Conditions 

• Work is performed primarily in a laboratory environment with routine use of chemicals, solvents, compressed gases, glassware, and analytical instruments. 

• Must wear required personal protective equipment and follow established environmental, health, and safety procedures. 

• Requires prolonged standing or sitting, repetitive hand movements, visual review of instrument data, and occasional lifting or movement of laboratory materials up to 100 pounds.  Ability to move 55 gallon (200 liter) drums of solvents and waste containers. 

Education/Experience

• Quality and compliance focus 

• Technical accuracy and attention to detail 

• Problem identification and escalation 

• Planning and prioritization 

• Clear written and verbal communication 

• Teamwork, reliability, and continuous learning 

About Hamilton

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position. 

Mid Salary