R&D Technician

SHURTAPE TECHNOLOGIES LLC•Hickory, NC

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The R&D Technician will be responsible for operating pilot equipment during the development of tape products, perform a wide variety of testing activities to support the development and evaluation of pressure sensitive adhesive tape products. This position will also conduct minor equipment maintenance and troubleshooting activities.

Requirements

Associates degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience
1-3 years of experience in product development and/or laboratory testing
Knowledge and experience with the coating process and equipment preferred
Good verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of computer skills in Microsoft Office and SAP, to perform data entry processes and documenting work results
Good mechanical skills, ability to work with equipment and trouble shoot equipment problems
Ability to work effectively with co-workers and superiors, ability to work closely with others, a team player, and self-motivated
Good math skills including use of basic algebraic formulas and statistics principles

Responsibilities

Understand and follow all safety and equipment operating procedures
Follow the handling, storage, and disposal of materials in accordance with environmental regulations
Execute R&D project work as assigned by R&D management
Ability to execute experiments as directed by R&D scientists & engineers
Maintain clean, orderly working conditions in laboratory areas
Maintain records of laboratory test results and experimental observations
Conduct testing using test equipment and document data
Ensure the preventative maintenance programs for testing and process equipment are followed
Provide testing and pilot process support for R&D scientists and engineers by operating pilot equipment and testing support during lab pilot trials
Assist R&D scientists & engineers by supervising test runs
Conduct minor equipment maintenance and troubleshooting activities