Senior Technician R&D

Kraton•Houston, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the Sr. Technician role is to provide laboratory synthesis, analytical, technical service and manufacturing support (such as plant trials) to scientists, to support the maintenance and growth of the business in target market segments. The Sr. Technician is expected to perform all duties in a safe manner, and to maintain a safe operating environment.

Requirements

Knowledge and practical experience in at least one of the following: organic chemistry; analytical chemistry; inorganic chemistry; laboratory automation; process technology
Basic understanding of underlying experimental concepts
Demonstrated ability to explain to others how and why the applied methods and equipment work
Demonstrated ability to build experimental set-ups and modify on the basis of results and select the appropriate components and/or auxiliary equipment if necessary.
Demonstrated ability to select the source of relevant factual information from a well-defined or small collection of professional literature in own field
Understanding of equipment procedures required to execute experiments, and ability to translate procedures into a detailed working method
Advanced knowledge with relevant health and safety policies with regard to experiments and chemical use (HAZCOM)

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree or Associate’s degree preferred: Biology, Chemistry, Engineering
Minimum 3-5 years related experience preferred

Responsibilities

Contribute to value creation in the working environment through experimental knowledge and demonstrating healthy behaviors
Contribute to the set-up and execution of routine or ad-hoc experimental programs or testing by selecting from a limited range of known methods and/or conditions; record and analyze data and make recommendations
Formulate experimental programs in consultation with direct supervisor
Communicate experimental deviations from expected or specified levels, and suggests explanations or further inquiries
Coordinate and troubleshoot any equipment maintenance requirements
Participate in small technical service projects; provide relevant input while supporting internal customers
Produce quality data by the agreed upon deadlines and communicate results to internal customers as needed
Routinely purchase standard materials and/or chemicals and contribute to minor changes/improvements to installations or equipment (purchase order input)
Monitor the labs to ensure regulations and safety are enforced
Carry out experimental work according to clearly defined safety and environmental guidelines
Create or edit Standard Operating Procedures
Make proposals during meetings (within working environment) that may contribute to solving problems
And other duties as assigned to safely perform