Technician, Glad R&D testing laboratory

Clorox•Willowbrook, IL

14d•$18 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

As a Technician in the Glad R&D testing laboratory, you will play a crucial role in the assessment and testing of products, plastic films and related products. This position is responsible for supporting work within the Glad business unit. In this position you will evaluate product samples and assist scientists in the new product development process to bring innovation and product improvements to market that meet rising consumer demands. This role will focus on hands-on lab operations with some focus on continuous improvement and inventory management. This position requires working in pilot plant & laboratory environments that will include moderate physical activity, working in a lab running test equipment, and interfacing with engineers on project and experimental study needs. This position will be located in our Willowbrook, IL R&D Lab, and the individual will be expected to work 5 days a week, Monday to Friday.

Requirements

Minimum 2 year degree , 4 year degree preferred; preferred in technical/science field , and 2+ years working within a testing lab environment .
Ability to read and interpret verbal and written test methods, procedures and directions
Experience adhering to data management Best Practices
Mathematical calculations where/when
Ability to record, process and compile data accurately
Knowledge of mechanical systems and troubleshooting
Computer skills for data entry, analysis, and database work
Skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Experience maintain a clean and organized environment.
Good interpersonal skills – ability to work both independently and with a variety of people and changing tasks/responsibilities, in a team-oriented environment.
Demonstrated ability co llaborat ing with internal and external partners.

Nice To Haves

Experience at consumer product goods company within R&D or Quality testing lab
Experience in the plastic film industry with extruding, converting, characterizing and general handling of thin films.
Experience using Tensile / Compression testing, software
Experience establishing and maintaining digital tools for employee training and data management

Responsibilities

Technical Testing Support of R&D innovation efforts: Support the Glad Business Unit by working with Product and Process Development Scientists in planning and executing product testing in the lab and pilot plant to enable successful launches.
Accurately prepare and test samples using approved methods and equipment.
Independently complete work assignments, communicating in a timely manner with business team regarding project updates .
Maintain good laboratory controls and documentation of testing records.
Anticipate and communicate potential issues, collaborating with Lab Lead and Scientists to create alternate solutions to avoid project delays.
Execute and coordinate experiment and trial report results through observation, recording, and analysis.
Continuous Improvement (Systems and Processes): Support efforts to improve daily lab operations and processes.
Champion usage of Data Management Process and Electronic Lab Notebook.
Contribute data and share responsibility for analysis and reporting.
Actively participates in weekly scheduling meetings; shared leadership of report-outs for learnings, brings forward issues and suggestions for improvements .
Inventory Management: Order supplies and manage inventories onsite.
Manage sample quantities for requested testing and disposition upon completion.
Use current material tracking systems to manage materials.