Lab Technician

Full Time
Trumbull, CT 06611
Posted
Job description
Unit Description:
Sodexo Corporate Services IFM is hiring a Lab Tecnician for UniLever's Research and Development site based out of Trumbull, Connecticut.

Our client's hair team is responsible for the development and implementation of Unilever’s haircare brands in the US. As a lab technician, you will be responsible for assisting in the formulation development of current and new innovations for haircare products. Position is typically (4) days per week, and offers benefits.

Responsibilities Include:
  • Provide claims substantiation on various haircare products
  • Technical testing including wet combing, shine, frizz, etc. on human hair substrates
  • Working flexibly with a variety of team members to aid in day-to-day tasks, with attention to detail in fast paced environment
  • Maintaining a laboratory notebook which captures formulation details, SOP’s, and notes for the duration of each claims experiment
  • Filling, labelling and shipping prototype samples for consumer and clinical testing
  • Maintaining a clean and safe laboratory work area while adhering to Unilever safety protocols
  • Following process instructions to formulate various haircare formulations efficiently and with good attention to detail.
Requirements for this position include:
  • An educational background in science, chemistry, or microbiology
  • Familiarity of chemical processes, surfactants/emulsions is a plus.
  • Prior lab work experience
  • Proficiency with laboratory skills including:
    • Care lab scale batches, quality control, pH, Viscosity all following GMP guidelines. Including, but not limited to, Shampoo, Conditioner and Styling products.
    • Basic laboratory equipment; hot plates, heating mantles, mixing units, etc.
    • Viscosity and rheology measurements
  • Skilled in Record Keeping, time management, team working, and the ability to work independently.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Employee must be able to occasionally lift up to 35lbs
  • Employee must be able to be on their feet for a significant portion of the day
  • Must be proficient in English

Sodexo offers a full array of benefits, including paid time off, holidays, medical, dental, vision, 401K, and access to ongoing training and development programs, tuition reimbursement, plus health and wellness programs.


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Working for Sodexo:
How far will your ambition, talent, and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring, and career growth opportunities.

Make an Immediate Impact.

Sodexo is the North American leader in Quality of Life Services. More than 150,000 Sodexo employees work to improve the quality of daily life for our 13,000 client sites in North America. Sodexo partners with clients to help them attain their strategic vision by developing Facility Management service solutions that increase the effectiveness of their people, enhance their business processes, and optimize their infrastructure, which delivers tangible outcomes.


Our client portfolio spans multiple markets across the nation, including education, corporate services, health care, and government services, which means we can offer a career full of variety, challenges, and tremendous growth opportunities.


Sodexo is committed to providing working conditions and client services that are safe and healthy and will follow all applicable COVID-19 prevention measures, including state/local or client-mandated mask, testing, and/or vaccine requirements.

What We Offer:
Sodexo offers fair and equitable compensation, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. While the budgeted range for the position is posted, Sodexo salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education and training.
Position Summary:
  • Performs laboratory tests or other laboratory work using conventional and computerized machines and work aids.
  • Performs laboratory work and tests according to prescribed standards.
  • Determines chemical and physical characteristics or composition.
  • Sets up, readjusts, and operates laboratory equipment and instruments.

Qualifications & Requirements:
Basic Education Requirement - Two years of post secondary education in field of specialty or equivalent education and experience combined.

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

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