Laboratory Technician

ETS Laboratories is hiring for an entry level Laboratory Technician role. You will be part of our lab team performing analysis for the wine, spirits and broader alcohol industry. This position is as part of our evening team.

What you'll do:

Although we’ve grown to five locations, we are still a small family-owned business. You’ll be joining our team in St. Helena that is responsible for analytical work and laboratory support functions in a fast paced, high through-put production laboratory. You will work in the world's most advanced wine laboratory with our premier international staff and state of the art equipment.

You should share our focus and commitment to continuous quality, innovation, and learning to help drive future development and deliver greater value to our clients and support them as they make the world’s finest wines. No experience in the wine industry is required.

YOUR TALENTS SHOULD INCLUDE:

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with an emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
• Self-motivation, accountability, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Initiative to search, explore and ask questions to overcome obstacles and find solutions
• Remaining composed and calm under pressure

• Ability to laugh and have a good time without losing your focus while working really hard

Requirements

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Sample and reagent preparation
• Wet chemistry and automated chemistry analyses utilizing sophisticated instrumentation and methodologies
• Other day-to-day laboratory tasks including glassware, sample disposal etc...

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Chemistry or a related field
• Practical experience in a high-throughput production laboratory or equivalent work experience
• Familiarity with an ISO 17025 environment
• Availability to work flexible schedules when required, especially during peak analytical seasons

Must be able to sit or stand for significant periods of time while performing a variety of tasks.

Must be able to perform repetitive hand motions such as capping and uncapping tubes or sample containers and lift 30-40 pounds/18-20 kilograms.

Benefits

ETS offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits:

• A student loan repayment program
• Comprehensive employer-paid health and vision insurance
• 401(k), FSA, HRA, and group life insurance
• Paid holidays, personal time off, and sick leave
• Support for skill development and continuous learning opportunities
• A state of the art laboratory and advanced equipment for optimal skill growth & professional development
• Offices near some of the world’s most beautiful vineyards

Compensation:

• The salary range for this role is: $20.00 - $24.00. Actual compensation paid within the range will be determined by factors such as the education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, geographic location, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Who we are:

ETS Laboratories is the worldwide leader in providing independent, ISO-accredited analytical services to the wine industry. We partner with the world’s greatest winemakers to provide them with innovative analytical tools of the highest quality and an unmatched technical expertise to support their wine-making craft.

Since we opened in 1978, ETS Laboratories has grown to five locations across the West coast with a staff whose knowledge covers a broad range of expertise. We boast a diverse, highly trained team with a broad range of experience and advanced degrees.

Our St. Helena laboratory is located in the heart of the beautiful and renowned Napa Valley, providing wineries and suppliers with local access to the most technically advanced analytical methods that are vital to modern winemaking.

Interested? Think you've got what it takes? Send your CV and apply now!