Laboratory Technician

International Paper•Memphis, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the testing and evaluation of paper and paperboard samples and corrugated packaging as requested by containerboard mills, manufacturing facilities and their direct customers. Perform tests using various industry standards, including TAPPI, ASTM, and ISTA test methods. Analyze test data and compare results to specific quality standards. Work directly with customers to determine package compression and transit simulation performance of customer packaging. Routine calibration and maintenance of lab testing equipment. Participation in a wide variety of projects related to paper quality and package performance. Perform shipping/receiving functions as required. Safe operation of powered industrial trucks. Perform daily activities in compliance with documented safety requirements. Routinely handle test materials weighing up to 50 lbs.

Requirements

College degree in a scientific discipline preferred, with special consideration to candidates with packaging degrees or equivalent experience of at least one year in quality assurance for a paperboard or corrugated manufacturing facility.
Working knowledge of TAPPI, ASTM, ISTA procedures is preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Access, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Strong communication skills (oral & written).
Strong analytical skills, which includes a basic knowledge of statistics, data collection techniques, and problem solving tools (flow charts, control charts, histograms, bar charts, etc.).
Prior forklift experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

College degree in a scientific discipline preferred, with special consideration to candidates with packaging degrees or equivalent experience of at least one year in quality assurance for a paperboard or corrugated manufacturing facility.
Working knowledge of TAPPI, ASTM, ISTA procedures is preferred.
Prior forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the testing and evaluation of paper and paperboard samples and corrugated packaging as requested by containerboard mills, manufacturing facilities and their direct customers.
Perform tests using various industry standards, including TAPPI, ASTM, and ISTA test methods.
Analyze test data and compare results to specific quality standards.
Work directly with customers to determine package compression and transit simulation performance of customer packaging.
Routine calibration and maintenance of lab testing equipment.
Participation in a wide variety of projects related to paper quality and package performance.
Perform shipping/receiving functions as required.
Safe operation of powered industrial trucks.
Perform daily activities in compliance with documented safety requirements.
Routinely handle test materials weighing up to 50 lbs.