Chemical Technician Jobs in Agawam, MA

A Chemical Technician, in the chemistry industry, is an essential professional responsible for performing experiments, running laboratory tests, maintaining lab equipment, and compiling results for data analysis. They use techniques such as analytical, physical, inorganic, and organic chemistry to conduct these tests. These professionals also assist chemists and chemical engineers in research, development, and production. They have a host of duties including preparing chemical solutions, testing product durability, and documenting their findings for future reference. In the production process, they also monitor product quality to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.

To be a successful Chemical Technician, one must have a strong background in chemistry and other sciences, good analytical skills, and attention to detail. Important certifications include a degree in Chemical Technology or a related field and an optional certification from the American Chemical Society (ACS). The ACS certification provides a standard of excellence recognized by many employers. Potential job roles a person may have before becoming a Chemical Technician include Laboratory Assistant, Quality Control Analyst, or Research Assistant. These roles provide valuable experience in conducting experiments, handling lab equipment, and dealing with chemical substances.

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R&D Lab Technician

  • Springfield, MA (3 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Springfield, MA (3 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 4 days ago

\*Chromatography experiencepreferred: SEC, HPLC, GC. \*Skills in experiment design, literaturesearch and use of computer/software for control of small lab reactorspreferred....

Adjunct Instructor, Medical Laboratory Technician Program - Springfield Technical Community College

  • Springfield, MA (3 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Springfield, MA (3 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description:Springfield Technical Community College seeks applicants for the position of Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) Adjunct Faculty. Working with and under the supervision of the MLT...

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

  • Coventry, CT (24 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Coventry, CT (24 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 10 days ago

Work where every moment matters. Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite...

Quality Control Technician

  • Avon, CT (22 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Avon, CT (22 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Job ID: 509240 Non-Exempt Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH company, is the leading provider of utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North...

Metallurgical Laboratory Technician/Metallographer (Onsite)

  • East Hartford, CT (19 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 16 days ago
  • East Hartford, CT (19 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 16 days ago

Date Posted: 2025-03-21 Country: United States of America Location: PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA Position Role Type: Onsite Pratt & Whitney is working to once...

Metallurgical Laboratory Technician/Metallographer (Onsite)

  • Hartford, CT (19 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Hartford, CT (19 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 18 days ago

Date Posted: 2025-03-21 Country: United States of America Location: PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA Position Role Type: Onsite Pratt & Whitney is working to once...

Quality Control Technician

  • Agawam, MA
  • 21 days ago
  • Agawam, MA
  • 21 days ago

Quality Control Technician Industrial & Manufacturing $ 16 / Hour location_on Agawam, Massachusetts work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link This is...

Sr. Coating Lab Technician

  • East Granby, CT (10 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 23 days ago
  • East Granby, CT (10 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 23 days ago

Some of the tests include but are not limited to: FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy) for chemical characterization. Refractometer for refractive index measurements....

Sr. Coating Lab Technician

  • Granby, CT (11 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Granby, CT (11 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 28 days ago

Some of the tests include but are not limited to: FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy) for chemical characterization. Refractometer for refractive index measurements....

Materials Lab Technician

  • Bloomfield, CT (15 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bloomfield, CT (15 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

Kaman Air Vehicles Quality Department is seeking an eager, efficient and performance driven Materials Lab Technician to work under the general direction of the Manager, Quality Assurance with...

Clinical Laboratory Technician - Microbiology

  • Holyoke, MA (10 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Holyoke, MA (10 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 25 days ago

Are you an experienced Clinical Lab Professional? Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Clinical Lab Science? If so, Labcorp wants to speak with you...

Medical Lab Technician

  • Manchester, CT (21 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Manchester, CT (21 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 30+ days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs applied techniques for various chemical, microscopic, immunologic and/or microbiological tests to obtain data for use in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Works...

Medical Laboratory Technician/Scientist R34136

  • Westfield, MA (10 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Westfield, MA (10 miles from Agawam, MA)
  • 60+ days ago

Req#: R34136 Category(s): Allied Health Clinical Professional, Laboratory Full Time / Part Time: Part-Time Shift: Second Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and...

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Salary for Chemical Technician Jobs in Agawam, MA

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Highest Education Level

Chemical Technicians in Agawam, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
62.3%
Master's Degree
21.8%
Doctorate Degree
9.1%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
High School or GED
2.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.2%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chemical Technicians in Agawam, MA
Less than 1 year
35.9%
1-2 years
33.8%
2-4 years
16.7%
None
11.7%
4-6 years
1.8%


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