Lab Technician

A P&G Lab Technician will be responsible for:

• Requires some general laboratory skills (use of balances, gram and ounce conversion, yield accounting, equipment operation) or special skills taught by P&G.
• With moderate instruction, must be able to perform routine testing and work with specific instrumentation (i.e. hair combing tests, particle size analysis, etc.).
• Receiving, labeling and safely storing samples to be tested.
• Determining and performing tests needed for the analysis and reports.
• Recording tests and analyses and then reporting the results.
• Discussing and answering any questions regarding the results.
• Organizing and storing samples in accordance with all safety and other requirements to ensure the safety of personnel and integrity of the sample.
• Cleaning and maintaining lab equipment, including recalibration of equipment.
• Maintaining equipment records and daily work logs.
• Staying current on technical and scientific advances in their field. May require substantial independent judgment.

Must Haves:

•  Ability to adapt to a fast paced environment quickly and efficiently
• Ability to make observations, create and trouble shoot laboratory test methods, and record observations in a laboratory notebook
• Proficiency in Office 365, Excel, Powerpoint, Word, an Outlook
• Scientific Method

Nice to have:

•  Bachelor degree or equivalent
• Lab notebooking experience 

P&G’s freelancer opportunities are for project-based or other short-term engagements that require specialized skills. Successful candidates for freelancer opportunities will not be considered employees of The Procter & Gamble Company or any of its subsidiaries nor will candidates be eligible for employment benefits. Candidates looking for regular full-time employment opportunities should begin their search here: pgcareers.com.