Laboratory Technician

We’re excited to announce a great opportunity for a Laboratory Technician to join Savant Labs, part of the Savant Group, at our headquarters in Midland, Michigan. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys problem-solving, takes pride in accurate data, and wants to be part of a team that delivers high-quality, reliable results to customers around the world.

If you’re passionate about hands-on testing, precision, and working with advanced laboratory equipment in a technical environment, this is your chance to play a key role in supporting research, development, and production efforts. This position is responsible for executing laboratory tests, maintaining equipment and data integrity, and ensuring compliance with our quality management systems and ISO standards.

Who Are We?

The Savant Group is a dynamic consortium of internationally recognized companies based in Midland, Michigan, serving the lubrication, transportation, manufacturing, and energy sectors. Our companies—Savant Labs, Tannas Company, King, and Center for Quality Assurance—each offer specialized products or services, working collaboratively to deliver cutting-edge solutions to customers worldwide.

We’re driven by a shared set of values that guide everything we do: service, integrity, quality, continual learning, collaboration, and hard work. These principles shape our culture and fuel our commitment to innovation, professionalism, and long-term growth.

As we expand our global reach, we continue to provide world-class products and services that support the technical advancement of lubricants, fuels, and related fluids.

Why Join Us?

Aside from the fringe benefits or your compensation, the Savant Group takes employee satisfaction above and beyond. In addition to your fringe benefits, you will also get the following benefits by joining the Savant Group:

• A friendly and welcoming environment
• Flexibility, work-life balance
• Career growth, learning and development
• Employee purpose, recognition and appreciation
• A diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce

About the Role

The Laboratory Technician performs laboratory testing, equipment operation, and quality assurance activities to support research, development, and production objectives. This role is responsible for executing test methods, ensuring accuracy and integrity of data, and maintaining compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) and ISO requirements.

Working with varying levels of supervision based on experience and demonstrated competency, the Laboratory Technician contributes to safety initiatives, process improvements, and technical projects while supporting the overall efficiency and effectiveness of laboratory operations.

All the criteria-based duties and standards within this document will be performed according to the established policies, procedures and guidelines within the department/site and the Savant Group. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities may be added or changed at any time to meet the needs of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory tests following established methods, SOPs, and quality standards with precision and consistency.
• Accurately record, analyze, and report test data using electronic systems, laboratory notebooks, or standardized forms.
• Maintain and monitor control charts, instrument logs, and reference materials to ensure data integrity and traceability.
• Set up, operate, and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation according to manufacturer guidelines and internal procedures.
• Identify and resolve technical issues, deviations, or anomalies in test methods and results, escalating as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 / ISO 17025 standards, internal QMS procedures, and safety protocols.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Education and Experience

• Associate degree in science or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on laboratory experience in a technical or research environment, with familiarity in common testing methods and laboratory instrumentation is a plus.
• ISO 9001 or similar experience highly preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of laboratory testing principles and techniques.
• Proficient with laboratory instrumentation, calibration, and maintenance.
• Skilled in data analysis, interpretation, and quality control methods.
• Knowledgeable in ISO/QMS standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all laboratory work.
• Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Competent in laboratory documentation and recordkeeping.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workload independently.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with diverse teams.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Competitive health coverage for you and the family
• Life, disability and accident coverage for a peace of mind and security
• Time off including personal and sick time
• 401(k) retirement plan with a strong company match
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Employee assistance program
• Monthly employee engagement events
• Wellness program

If you are passionate about working in a laboratory environment and providing accurate, high-quality data to support technical and production decisions, we encourage you to apply.

To learn more about Savant Group, please visit our website www.savantgroup.com.