Product Development Laboratory Technician

on-board-companies•Auburn Hills, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

On-Board Services is hiring a Product Development Laboratory Technician – Adhesives in Auburn Hills, Michigan. This is a first-shift, one-year contract position with the possibility of an extension or additional opportunity contingent on performance and continued business need. The technician will support adhesive product development for a local manufacturing entity, working with customer requirements, laboratory testing, materials, and product scale-up. Compensation is $29.41 per hour. The role includes preparing adhesive formulations and samples; conducting and documenting tests; evaluating materials; maintaining laboratory equipment, inventory, and work areas; and following health, safety, and environmental procedures. The technician will collaborate with team members and cross-functional groups, while carrying out laboratory work safely, accurately, and efficiently. On-Board Services is an on-site contract service provider that offers benefits including 401(k), dental, life, medical, and vision insurance, and paid time off. The company was founded in 1976 and provides services including consulting, professional engineering, industrial maintenance and facility management, contracted manufacturing and production services, and temporary staffing and recruiting. On-Board states its mission is to provide flexible service by applying its people, work processes, and technology to meet client expectations in a safe, responsible, and dependable manner. The company provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Requirements

Previous laboratory experience in an industrial or R&D environment is required.
High school diploma or GED is required.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams.
Comfort entering and analyzing data using Excel or other software, with the ability to identify abnormal results.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and move up to 40 pounds.
Daily lifting and moving of pails weighing up to 50 pounds, along with hands-on laboratory work involving mixing, cleaning equipment, preparing samples, and conducting tests.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to working safely and efficiently.
Self-motivated, eager to learn, and able to work in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing and managing multiple responsibilities.
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with a diverse team.
Candidates with a Ph.D. or master's degree are not being considered.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in a STEM field.
Knowledge of or experience working with polymers.

Responsibilities

Co-develop new products based on customer needs, specifications, and business strategy.
Prepare intermediates and adhesive batches by weighing raw materials, charging mixers, and preparing formulations.
Conduct laboratory testing on paste and cured adhesives, including viscosity, rheology, sag panels, and mechanical property testing.
Prepare substrates, apply adhesives using manual or automatic caulking guns, and condition samples as required.
Collect, analyze, and document experimental data; interpret results; and maintain accurate records in the Electronic Lab Notebook.
Evaluate new materials and components to support product development.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product scale-up in accordance with established procedures and process capabilities.
Ensure products meet customer performance requirements, specifications, and quality standards.
Maintain laboratory equipment, including daily calibration or verification and documentation, and serve as the assigned Equipment Responsible Person (ERP).
Clean mixers and laboratory equipment, including scraping mixer bowls, removing adhesives, and completing required cleaning procedures.
Transfer and package samples into containers and maintain appropriate sample storage and conditioning environments.
Manage laboratory inventory, order and distribute materials, replenish supplies, and maintain clean, organized work areas.
Dispose of materials properly and maintain laboratory cleanliness.
Conduct and document health and safety audits and identify opportunities to improve laboratory safety.
Follow environmental, health, and safety procedures and promote a safe working environment.
Collaborate with team members to learn laboratory best practices and perform responsibilities independently, safely, and efficiently.