Lab Technician

We are seeking a skilled Lab Technician to join our team at FUCHS in New Castle, DE. As a Lab Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality and safety of our products.

The Laboratory Quality Technician performs duties outlined in the Skills Matrix with a strong focus on safety, quality, and productivity. Key responsibilities include:

• Performing laboratory testing to produce reliable and consistent results
• Being detail-oriented, accurate, and precise in testing
• Having basic knowledge of laboratory functions, equipment, and math
• Working comfortably in MS Office and databases
• Operating in a safe and efficient manner with goals of process improvement and reducing costs
• Communicating effectively with supervisors and other departments
• Running lab equipment in support of Oil Analysis and R&D activities
• Reporting and interpreting QA trends to supervisors
• Receiving and processing customer samples as instructed
• Working with the production team when timely, on-demand testing is required
• Maintaining lab equipment under the guidance of supervisors
• Performing administrative tasks such as document maintenance and database management
• Ensuring the lab is stocked and cleaned daily
• Producing support documentation as required

FUCHS offers a competitive salary ranging from $24.00 to $26.50 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. In addition to a competitive salary, FUCHS provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including opportunities for professional growth and development.

To qualify for this role, you will need:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ year of manufacturing/laboratory experience performing quality testing
• Technical experience (chemical, electrical, mechanical) preferred
• HAZMAT training/experience a plus
• Ability to read and follow laboratory work instructions
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail
• Solid troubleshooting and decision-making abilities
• Basic computer proficiency (ERP systems and Microsoft Office a plus)
• Strong mechanical aptitude