Chemical Technician Jobs in South Carolina

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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Roving Quality Control Technician

  • Greenville, SC
  • 5 hours ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 5 hours ago

Build Your Career. Build America’s Future. Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials...

Laboratory Technician

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Travel MT/MLT Charleston, SC Soliant Health is seeking a dedicated Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) for a travel assignment in Charleston, SC. This is an excellent...

Laboratory Technician 1

  • Charleston, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 2 days ago

For nearly 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a...

Chemistry Technician III - Weekend Nights

  • Greenville, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 6 days ago

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the worldfrom the moment of birth...

Laboratory Technician

  • Charleston, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining extraction equipment, ensuring efficient and safe...

Process Control Technician

  • Darlington, SC
  • 8 days ago
  • Darlington, SC
  • 8 days ago

Process Control Technician Location(s) Darlington, South Carolina Company Georgia-Pacific Career Field Operations & Manufacturing Job Number 171180 Process Control Technician Georgia-Pacific's...

Medical Laboratory Technician

  • Charleston, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 10 days ago

Description Sign-on Bonus & Relocation Assistance Available for Qualified Candidates Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Medical Laboratory Technician? At Trident Medical...

Quality Control Technician

  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC
  • 14 days ago

Looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Then you may have found your next career move. We’re looking for Quality Control Technicians, based out of Spartanburg, SC, to join our team and...

Laboratory Technician (PBT, ASCP) (Floater)

  • Greenville, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 14 days ago

NEW HORIZON FAMILY HEALTH SERVICES POSITION DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: Laboratory Technician (PBT) DEPARTMENT: Clinical UNIT: Laboratory SUPERVISOR: Medical Laboratory Manager STATUS: Non-Exempt...

Medical Lab Technician I

  • Lexington, SC
  • 15 days ago
  • Lexington, SC
  • 15 days ago

LMC Lexington - LAB Full Time AM/PM Shift 8-8 Consistently named best hospital, Lexington Medical Center dedicates itself to providing quality health services that meet the needs of its...

Medical Lab Tech/Scientist, Greenville, S.C.

  • Columbia, SC
  • 21 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 21 days ago

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary Conducts or supports laboratory testing to aid in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Ensures proficiency and accuracy in all...

Medical Lab Tech/Scientist, Columbia, S.C.

  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference. Job Summary Conducts routine and stat laboratory tests for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease, and performs related duties,...

Laboratory Technician

  • Piedmont, SC
  • 23 days ago
  • Piedmont, SC
  • 23 days ago

Performs test using appropriate equipment such as tensile testing equipment, gas chromatography, Accelerated Solvent Extractor (ASE) and other miscellaneous test equipment....

Laboratory Technician

  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC
  • 30+ days ago

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and...

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Chemical Technician Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Chemical Technician Jobs in South Carolina

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Chemical Technicians in South Carolina 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 South Carolina
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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