Laboratory Technician

LANXESS Corporation•Chardon, OH

67d•Onsite

About The Position

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company seeking a Laboratory Technician in Chardon. This role involves executing laboratory experiments, product evaluations, and technical testing to support product development, AD (Application Development) support, and manufacturing collaboration. The technician will also be responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, inventory, and ensuring compliance with quality, regulatory, and safety standards. This position offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development within a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

Minimum of a BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or a related technical field
3-5 years of experience in a lab environment
Hands-on technical capability with polymer-related weighing, mixing, compounding, and testing equipment, supported by familiarity with laboratory instrumentation software, IT systems, and data capture tools used for testing and reporting
Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to support outside customer interactions under supervision
Demonstrated interpersonal, teamwork, and organizational skills with the ability to work independently while supporting multiple concurrent projects

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Six Sigma, ISO 9001, safety, quality, and continuous improvement practices is desired

Responsibilities

Execute laboratory experiments, product evaluations, application testing, and standardized test methods.
Mix and test products designed by the Application Technology team, including sample preparation, prototypes, trial batches, and customer-specific formulations.
Maintain accurate documentation of all test procedures, summarize lab results, and report experimental findings under supervision.
Conduct physical testing to support customer requests, AD Manager programs, and product troubleshooting activities.
Perform quality testing for Wood Fiber products and support Chardon plant chemist as needed.
Assist with creation and upkeep of test methods, TDS, SDS, ISO documents, and technical documents for the Application Technology Laboratory under supervision.
Conduct lab and pilot-scale trials for development programs.
Support AD Managers with lab work and documentation.
Assist in technology transfer activities.
Support global AD projects for the NORAM region.
Provide raw material evaluation and support.
Support pilot, production, and customer plant trials.
Prepare materials, collect trial data, and coordinate with production.
Document trial outcomes and provide insights.
Work closely with the Head of Applications – Americas to prioritize work and align laboratory activities with regional technical needs.
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality.
Support and participate in internal technical, safety, quality, and process training programs.
Generate technical reports and communicate laboratory findings clearly, both orally and in writing.
Maintain safe, productive, and environmentally acceptable working conditions in the laboratory area.
Adhere to all plant and laboratory safety rules, policies, standard operating procedures, and HSE requirements.
Conduct quality testing for raw materials and product consistency.
Maintain compliance with regulatory, ISO, documentation, and laboratory standards.
Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment, instrumentation software, and related systems in good working order.
Recommend and help implement improvements to maintain standards of accuracy, reliability, safety, and productivity.
Manage lab consumables and inventory.
Maintain an organized, audited lab environment.