Laboratory Technician

Qnity • Wilmington, DE

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About The Position

The Laboratory Technician supports Research & Development activities related to creating new Kalrez® elastomer products. The role involves preparing compounds, assisting with molding and extrusion, performing laboratory testing, and generating and analyzing data to support product development and promotion. The technician also evaluates materials and processing methods, helps improve manufacturing processes, and maintains a safe, organized laboratory environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical background with knowledge or experience in rubber processing.
• Knowledge of numerical lathe and milling equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic equipment troubleshooting.
• Ability to follow written instructions, perform basic arithmetic, and maintain accurate written logs.
• Flexible, adaptable, dependable, and reliable.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to stand for an 8-hour shift and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to obtain required medical clearance.
• Basic English proficiency required.

Nice To Haves

• Additional languages are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety requirements when operating high-hazard equipment.
• Safely support Research & Development activities related to the creation of new Kalrez® elastomer products.
• Prepare compounds and assist with molding, extrusion, and product testing.
• Perform rheology testing and other laboratory testing as required.
• Assist with technical drawings and test programming when needed.
• Support and improve processing techniques to expand Kalrez® custom part offerings.
• Generate data to support the development and promotion of Kalrez® parts.
• Prepare comprehensive test reports and analyze results.
• Evaluate new materials, ingredients, and processing methods to improve Kalrez® manufacturing processes.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of mechanical equipment.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment, including general housekeeping and adherence to area standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision.

Benefits

• Qnity offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

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