R & D Lab Technician
About The Position
This position will contribute to the development of new products and processes and provide technical support to the existing/new products and processes. Perform test methods and procedures with little to no supervision. Prepare formulations, run lab and process development experiments in glassware, gallon batch mixer in development labs. Perform basic chemical, physical and performance tests in various technology areas. Test new and existing product formulas according to standard test protocols, such as ASTM and other industry standards. Perform all the mechanical testing to support product development. Must be able to lift bags and buckets of materials as a part of routine lab work. Perform technology demonstrations and/or field evaluations with limited guidance. Document experiments and results in Laboratory notebooks with full traceability. Immediately reports unsafe acts or conditions to his/her supervisor and takes immediate interim steps to protect himself/herself and others from serious risk.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2 -3 years of experience working in a laboratory or pilot plant or manufacturing environment.
- Must have knowledge of common laboratory concepts, practices, and procedures.
- 2 years of experience using a computer to generate reports.
- Good verbal and written communication skills are required.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the development of new products and processes
- Provide technical support to the existing/new products and processes
- Perform test methods and procedures with little to no supervision
- Prepare formulations
- Run lab and process development experiments in glassware, gallon batch mixer in development labs
- Perform basic chemical, physical and performance tests in various technology areas
- Test new and existing product formulas according to standard test protocols, such as ASTM and other industry standards
- Perform all the mechanical testing to support product development
- Lift bags and buckets of materials as a part of routine lab work
- Perform technology demonstrations and/or field evaluations with limited guidance
- Document experiments and results in Laboratory notebooks with full traceability
- Immediately reports unsafe acts or conditions to his/her supervisor and takes immediate interim steps to protect himself/herself and others from serious risk
Benefits
- 401k with Generous Company Match
- Bonuses
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
- Paid Parental Leave
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Paid time off, paid holidays
- Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
- Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
- Education Assistance
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee Referral Program & More!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
