What are the responsibilities and job description for the App Tech 1 position at Arclin?
Application Technologist I Job, Springfield Oregon
Arclin, Inc. is currently looking for an Applications Technologist I for our Springfield, Oregon location. Reporting into the Senior Director of Growth and Innovation, this role performs laboratory analyses, product development and customer applications projects, testing of new or modified company products and technologies, maintaining the laboratory in a safe, clean and well-ordered manner according to Arclin policies and procedures and applicable HSE rules and regulations.
Applications Technologist I Job Responsibilities:
- Conduct lab and pilot equipment experiments, developing and testing of new or products according to industry standards and utilizing proper statistical tools and established Arclin test procedures
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Write technical reports, documenting test results and findings for customers and maintain thorough and accurate written records of all lab activities and results.
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Maintain and operate lab equipment according to Arclin lab policies and procedures; routinely investigate all lab equipment and inventory levels; arrange for service and repairs as required.
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Maintain clean and safe environment in the lab including disposing of waste and safe handling of flammable and toxic chemicals in compliance with all HSE regulations.
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Provide technical support to the Growth and Innovation Team.
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Assist with the training and orientation of contractors and summer interns to ensure that they know how to perform their work in the lab safely and in compliance with Arclin policies and procedures.
Applications Technologist I Job Requirements:
- Post-Secondary Diploma from a technical school/community college or an A.S. in a STEM field.
- 0-3 years’ experience working in an industrial laboratory environment; handling flammable and toxic chemicals in a safe manner.
- Ability complete complex task with an attention to detail
- A high degree of mechanical aptitude
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Skilled with lab instruments, testing equipment and computers to conduct experiments.
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Ability to analyze results, to draw conclusions and to present findings.
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Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and to prepare written reports with emphasis on technical clarity and accuracy.
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Ability to research and stay current on competitive technologies and products in the industry.
Preferred:
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B.S. Chemistry, material science or related field
- Woodworking skills or willingness to learn them preferred
