Laboratory Technician at H-O-H Water Technology – Palatine, Illinois

HOH Water Technology is a leading, growing, third-generation family-owned water treatment company proudly celebrating 58 years in business. Our success is built on a commitment to excellence, innovation, and exceptional service to our customers. At HOH, we believe our people are the foundation of that success, and we look for individuals who align with our core values of Accountability, Creativity, Teamwork, and Service. We are passionate about Investing, Rewarding and Giving back for a lasting impact on our clients, coworkers and community.

Position overview: We are seeking a Laboratory Technician reporting to our Lab Manager. This is a full-time position working out of the Palatine, IL laboratory. Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a lab environment.

What we offer:

· Competitive Compensation: Salary range $22-26/hour based on experience.

· Great Hours: First shift position

· Comprehensive Benefits: Medical and Dental Insurance with generous employer contributions, HSA contributions ($1200 family/$800 Individual annually), 401K with company matching, 15 PTO Days/16 Paid Holidays (including extended holiday pay at the end of the year!), Company Profit Sharing Bonus (budget projection for 2026, 3-4 weeks of additional pay) and more.

· Engaging Culture: Our caring leadership and managers foster high engagement (4.62/5 Gallup Employee Engagement Q12 score) and we host team and company events.

· Career Growth: Hands-on training, employee development, and continuing education reimbursement.

Responsibilities:

· Conduct routine client sample analysis with and without the use of instrumentation.

· Test incoming batch samples, give routine batch adjustments.

· Prepare reagents and standards.

· Report analytical results.

· Clean glassware to appropriate analytical cleanliness standards.

· Maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation, which includes troubleshooting, conducting preventive maintenance, performing calibrations.

· Safely handle potentially hazardous materials.

· Adhere to internal standards, policies, and procedures.

· Monitor, order, and stock supplies as needed.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

· Hands on experience in some analytical techniques such as titration, ICP, IC, AA and other wet chemical testing is required.

· Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry is strongly preferred.

· Attention to detail and good organizational skills.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills.

· Good team player.

· Ability to multi-task effectively.

· Works independently with minimal supervision.

· Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel.

HOH Water Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.