Research & Development Technician (28587)

Nelson Brothers•Parrish, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research & Development Technician will support R&D projects through synthesis of products and maintaining detailed reports for lab reactions. This role involves working with new incoming raw materials and in-process reactions, conducting analytical testing to validate results, and performing baseline tests such as paint shaker and freeze thaw testing. The technician will also be responsible for the proper recording and storage of hazardous chemicals, maintaining lab equipment and cleanliness, and ensuring the lab is adequately supplied. Accurate record-keeping of all test project data is essential, as is the preparation of lab emulsions under the guidance of the Technology Manager. Safety of self and others is a primary responsibility, along with performing any other tasks as directed by the Technology Manager.

Requirements

Associates Degree in Chemistry
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal skills
Proficiency in MS Office products
Operates following equipment: Cross-trained on all equipment in the Lab.
Operates Parr Reactors and Glass Kettles.

Responsibilities

Synthesis of products for R&D project support.
Maintaining reports for Lab Reactions.
Maintains 6 month report for later reference.
Works on lab reactions done with all new incoming raw materials and in-process reactions.
Runs analytical testing to vary results from lab reactions.
Runs baseline test such as paint shaker and freeze thaw testing to qualify test emulsions or new products.
Records and properly stores hazardous chemicals used daily to be sent to waste facilities.
Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of lab equipment.
Maintains lab cleanliness.
Recycles all materials from lab samples.
Ensures lab is supplied with sample jars, chemicals, cleaning agents, and other materials necessary for lab work.
Makes notations and records for all data derived from test projects.
Prepares Lab emulsions with direction from Technology Manager.
Responsible for the Safety of self and others.
Performs any other tasks as deemed necessary by the Technology Manager.