Boston Materials
Laboratory Technician
8 Federal St Ste A, Billerica, MA 01821-3570
On-site · Full-time
First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026
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The Role We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Lab Technician to join our growing team. As a Lab Technician at Boston Materials, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our product development efforts, ensuring the accurate and efficient execution of laboratory experiments and tests.
Your Responsibilities
- Laboratory Operations: Assist in setting up and maintaining laboratory equipment, instruments, and materials to support ongoing product development efforts.
- Sample Preparation: Prepare samples and materials for testing following established protocols and procedures.
- Conduct Testing: Perform tests and analyze according to standard operating procedures (SOPs), ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability of results.
- Data Collection: Record detailed observations, data, and results accurately. Maintain comprehensive and organized records of experimental procedures and outcomes.
- Equipment Maintenance: Clean, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments. Report any equipment malfunctions or issues promptly.
- Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the Engineering & Manufacturing teams, providing support in the execution of various tasks and programs.
- Problem Solving: Identify and troubleshoot issues that may arise during experiments. Collaborate with colleagues to find solutions and improve experimental processes.
Your Required Skills and Expertise
- Prior experience working in a laboratory setting is strongly preferred.
- Associate degree in a relevant field (chemistry, materials science, engineering, etc.) preferred.
- Experience with following equipment is desirable: Microscopes, Glovebox, TGA, FTIR, Waterjet Cutter, General hand/power tools.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in conducting experiments and recording data.
- Familiarity with laboratory equipment, instruments, and tools.
- Ability to follow protocols and SOPs accurately.
- Basic computer skills, including data entry and Microsoft Office applications.
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
- Strong commitment to laboratory safety and adherence to protocols.
Summary of Benefits
- Health, Vision & Dental – Boston Materials pays 75% of Health, Vision and Dental Care coverage for employee and dependents
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Holidays: 14 days/year