Lab Technician

Job Highlights

This position executes lab testing as required to assure product quality.

• Accurately perform routine and non-routine in-process and finished polymer testing
• (Thermoplastic Materials). Examples include:
  • operation of injection molding machine
  • mechanical testing (e.g. impact strength, bending strength)
  • viscosity testing (e.g. MVR, solution viscosity)
  • other physical testing (moisture, ash content etc.)
• Record results in appropriate database and report data in a timely manner.
• Have knowledge of all in-process and finished product tests as well as test schedules.
• Maintains required lab equipment and supplies. Insures cleanliness and good housekeeping of lab areas.
• Perform additional testing as required to cover unusual sample loads, customer issues, limited personnel, etc.
• Interact with the other unit personnel to complete all required testing in a timely manner and to also handle non-routine communications.
• Monitor instrument performance (Standards, Control Samples, SPC, etc.
• Knowledge and use of site/work area HES procedures and work practices at all times
• Maintaining a clean and uncluttered work area.
• Immediate reporting of incidents, injuries, illnesses, exposures (e.g. to chemicals) and near hits.
• Immediate correction and/or reporting of all hazardous acts and conditions.
• Cooperation and participation in the site HES Performance Indicator programs core elements including work area inspections, job safety analyses/observations, training and meetings.

Requirements

• Former lab testing experience recommended with one year experience
• Minimum High School graduate. Some college coursework or two-year degree preferred.
• Basic knowledge of hazardous materials and the appropriate handling and disposal of such products preferred
• Requires quick learning and flexibility on the job
• Requires a self-starter
• Requires excellent attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• SAP and previous LIMS experience preferred, but not required
• Willing to work in a team environment
• Requires basic knowledge of statistics including control charting
• Superior oral and written communication and comprehension skills
• Knowledge of ISO Quality and Responsible Care standards preferred
• Familiarity with and ability to use MS Office software (Word, Excel). SAP experience preferred.
• Familiarity with polymer pigmenting and coloring of polymers a plus, but not required.
• This position should be prepared to work any shift