Careers: Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Technician / Chemical Technician - Full-Time - Allschwil, SwitzerlandSulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. We offer you a wealth of opportunities to drive your career into the direction that you want, depending on your skills and interests. We invite you to apply if you are ready to take the next step. We are looking for a Laboratory Technician / Chemical Technician to join our Applications & Technologies team in Allschwil. This role includes the responsibility of development and implementation of analytical methods to be used on separation processes monitoring. Additional task will be sampling and analyzing samples, developing and reviewing validation protocols, investigating discrepancies in the results and perform troubleshooting in the instruments.Your main tasks and responsibilities: Characterization analysis involving the main techniques: Headspace and liquid sampling, GC (MS, FID and TCD), HPLC (UV and RI), ICP-OES, UV-VIS spectrophotometer, titration, water content, density, viscosity, etc.Development and implementation of analytical methods. Support of execution of internal and external test projects for the development and optimization of process technologies. Suggest and implement improvements in the analytical laboratory. Instrument Expert, responsible for analytical equipment (i.e. perform minor maintenance and troubleshooting, internal or external, and making sure that the systems are functioning correctly). Cooperation in the implementation of measures regarding Safety and Environment. Preparation of the lab for day use, customer tests and being available for sampling and analysis during projects execution.To succeed in this role, you will need: Finished apprenticeship as a Laboratory TechnicianAt least two years of experience in chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical or flavor & fragrance environmentGood technical knowledge in analytical chemistry is essential Highly proficient with various instruments and techniques such as GC (MS, FID and TCD), HPLC (UV and RI), ICP-OES, UV-VIS spectrophotometer, titration and measurement of physical properties such as density and viscosityAwareness for safe handling of chemicals, potentially hazardous materials and equipmentExperience in assembly and operating mini or pilot plant equipment is an advantageGreat team player, strong communication skills, strong organization ability, very independent, flexible, trustworthy and adaptableFluency in English and good German skills are neededWhat we offer you: The chance to interact with the global process & sales teams and clients and solving complex technical tasksAn innovative, vibrant and agile cultureExcellent social benefits (holidays, pension fund etc.)Attractive employment conditionsFree parking space and accessibility with public transportationAccess to a wide range of discounts on Everyday Shopping, Entertainment and LifestyleNo visa or work permit support can be provided for this role. Do you have a question about the role? Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2025 in Brazil, China, Germany, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. [Not translated in selected language]