Lab Technician - MP

Interplastic Corporation • South Bend, IN

4d • $22 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a 1st shift position. MP is looking for an energetic and reliable individual who can multitask with previous industrial experience to join our team. The laboratory technician will primarily build SMC and BMC materials for R&D. In addition, this position will also be responsible for supporting the SMC3 production supervisor(s) for production batches made on SMC3. The laboratory technician will also be responsible for molding and testing in the R&D laboratory, SMC machine and mixing operation, sampling raw materials from the plant, and organizing/maintaining these materials in the R&D storage area.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Ability and experience handling a fork truck
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. consistently and handle 55-gallon drums on dollies and lifts
• Multi-task oriented, mechanically minded
• Effective communication skills, including speaking, writing and understanding English
• Ability to follow work instructions and procedures
• Math skills are required

Nice To Haves

• Computer literacy and capable is preferred
• Manufacturing or Batch making experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Verify raw material
• Material transfer throughout the plant
• Add and mix correct raw materials using proper procedures
• Handle and record hazardous waste
• Setting up and running machines
• Maintain a clean work area
• Follow all company policies and procedures
• Perform any other duties as directed by team leads, supervisors and management

Benefits

• Full benefit package
• Competitive wages
• medical
• dental
• vision
• generous PTO
• 401(k) with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED