Lab Technician

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Georgia-Pacific is seeking qualified candidates to consider for a Laboratory Technician opportunity at our Brunswick, GA cellulose mill.

The Lab Technician performs environmental and process lab tests using various chemicals and equipment.

Th e ability to carefully grasp and adhere to lab procedures while maintaining a high level of attention to detail in all aspects of the work is paramount to be successful in the role.

Tasks include collecting samples for testing throughout mill; sample collection will include carrying loads of up to 50 pounds, navigating stairs and ladders, as well as executing tasks like bending, reaching, and operating valves.

Our Team

The Brunswick Cellulose facility is the largest integrated fluff pulp mills in the country with a modern woodyard, fiberline, three paper machines, waste treatment plant, and utilities operations.

The Brunswick Cellulose Mill, located in the southeast corner of Georgia is within minutes of downtown Brunswick and about an hour from Jacksonville, FL to the south and Savannah, GA to the north.

Our culture is defined by the Principle Based Management ™ philosophy which guides everyday decision making and provides employees with opportunities to contribute and personally benefit from the value they create.

What You Will Do


* Follow procedures while working in a mill environment to draw samples


* Perform laboratory tests from samples in the field in order to produce reliable and precise data


* Perform calculations and enter test results into spreadsheets/databases and verify results


* Report laboratory results to team members and the wider team when appropriate


* Microsoft Office usage daily


* Understand and apply site's safe work practices including but not limited to Lock, Tag, Verify and Permitting requirements


* Utilize mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot, adjust and repair routine equipment issues

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Associate degree or higher OR Three (3) years testing responsibilities in a laboratory environment


* Must lift and carry up to 50 pounds


* Must climb stairs and/or ladders to reach sample locations throughout the mill while being exposed to noise levels > 85 dB; and in hot, humid environment (>100°F, >80% RH)

What Will Put You Ahead


* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Biology


* Five (5) or more years of experience in laboratory environment


* Experience with testing in an industrial facility such as an integrated pulp manufacturing facility


* Experience with wastewater treatment testing


* Wastewater and/or potable water laboratory technician certification

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