What are the responsibilities and job description for the R&D Lab Technician position at Crane Currency?
Join our diverse team at Crane Currency as a R&D Lab Technician in Dalton, MA and be a part of our journey towards innovation and excellence.
This position will be classified as either Level 1 or Level 2, based on factors such as experience and education.
Who We Are
Crane Currency is a premier industrial technology company and a pioneer in currency manufacturing and advanced micro-optics technology for securing physical products. Yes, chances are you have our product in your wallet right now! Our sophisticated equipment and software leverages proprietary core capabilities with detection and sensing technologies. Around the world, our customers trust us to anticipate their needs with innovative, reliable, and high-quality currency & authentication solutions and services—just as they have for generations.
How You Will Make An Impact
An R&D Lab Technician plays a vital role in a manufacturing business by supporting the development and testing of new products and processes. Your meticulous attention to detail ensures accurate data collection and analysis, which is crucial for informed decision-making. By maintaining and operating sophisticated laboratory equipment, you will contribute to the efficiency and reliability of research activities. Your collaborative efforts with scientists and engineers help translate innovative ideas into practical solutions. Ultimately, your contributions enhance product quality and drive the company’s technological advancements.
Knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:
We are a passionate team of 1,200 creators and problem solvers, united by our purpose, we give people confidence every day in moments that matter. This comes to life through our Shared Values:
Where We Are
Your role is in Dalton, Massachusetts, a 45-mile drive to Albany, NY or Springfield, MA. The site is in the heart of the beautiful Berkshires. Working here gives you the best of many worlds. You’ll be able to escape into the wilderness through one of the many outdoor activities just feet away from your doorstep, enjoy a stroll through one of the many picturesque downtowns, or take your family into the city for a day or weekend.
Crane Currency is a drug free workplace.
SUITABILITY AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION REQUIREMENTS: The final offer of employment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for disqualification in the hiring process. The background investigation process conducted by Crane and our U.S. Government Agency customers is very thorough. Therefore, it is imperative that applicants exercise candor and honesty when answering background questionnaires, especially as it relates to arrest, employment, education, finances, illegal drug use, and/or other criminal history. Falsification discovered in security documents or during the background investigation process may result in an immediate negative suitability determination.
Crane NXT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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This position will be classified as either Level 1 or Level 2, based on factors such as experience and education.
Who We Are
Crane Currency is a premier industrial technology company and a pioneer in currency manufacturing and advanced micro-optics technology for securing physical products. Yes, chances are you have our product in your wallet right now! Our sophisticated equipment and software leverages proprietary core capabilities with detection and sensing technologies. Around the world, our customers trust us to anticipate their needs with innovative, reliable, and high-quality currency & authentication solutions and services—just as they have for generations.
How You Will Make An Impact
An R&D Lab Technician plays a vital role in a manufacturing business by supporting the development and testing of new products and processes. Your meticulous attention to detail ensures accurate data collection and analysis, which is crucial for informed decision-making. By maintaining and operating sophisticated laboratory equipment, you will contribute to the efficiency and reliability of research activities. Your collaborative efforts with scientists and engineers help translate innovative ideas into practical solutions. Ultimately, your contributions enhance product quality and drive the company’s technological advancements.
- Deliver high-quality data in support of research, development, and project work, contributing to the overall success of the team.
- Actively support and contribute to product trials and team projects, helping to advance new product development.
- Follow good documentation practices and version control for documents to ensure consistency and accuracy.
- Help train Technician I associates and demonstrate best practices to foster a knowledgeable and skilled team.
- Produce laboratory-scale banknote paper, including quality watermark and incorporation of security features in lab hand sheets, supporting the development of new products.
- Prepare and test materials using existing methods (chemical, physical, and optical) to ensure accurate and reliable results.
Knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:
- Minimum of a 2-year associate’s degree or trade and/or certification program completion or commensurate experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office software programs.
- Ability to review, understand, and execute test methods and standard work procedures with minimal supervision.
- Communicates with clarity and accuracy to colleagues and customers. Good interpersonal verbal and written skills to support their work.
- 2-5 years of experience in labs, lab testing, quality testing, or scientific testing.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Experience in physical/mechanical property testing.
- Experience in testing, documenting, writing, and implementing new test methods.
- Experience leading efforts in such as safety and/or laboratory organizational activities
- Strong analytical ability coupled with demonstrated troubleshooting skills.
- Skilled in working with chemicals including acids, bases, solvents while diligently wearing personal protective equipment.
- Top-notch medical benefits – We’ll take care of you and your family with industry leading medical, dental and vision plans.
- Company bonus plans – All full-time regular employees participate in our bonus plan.
- Personal development – We want you to grow with us. Through lunch & learns, tuition reimbursement, career ladders and more.
- There’s more – Competitive compensation, PTO, Company holidays, parental leave, and 401(K) match.
We are a passionate team of 1,200 creators and problem solvers, united by our purpose, we give people confidence every day in moments that matter. This comes to life through our Shared Values:
- People Matter
- Do the Right Thing
- Trusted Partner
- Innovate for Growth
- Always Improving
Where We Are
Your role is in Dalton, Massachusetts, a 45-mile drive to Albany, NY or Springfield, MA. The site is in the heart of the beautiful Berkshires. Working here gives you the best of many worlds. You’ll be able to escape into the wilderness through one of the many outdoor activities just feet away from your doorstep, enjoy a stroll through one of the many picturesque downtowns, or take your family into the city for a day or weekend.
Crane Currency is a drug free workplace.
SUITABILITY AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION REQUIREMENTS: The final offer of employment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for disqualification in the hiring process. The background investigation process conducted by Crane and our U.S. Government Agency customers is very thorough. Therefore, it is imperative that applicants exercise candor and honesty when answering background questionnaires, especially as it relates to arrest, employment, education, finances, illegal drug use, and/or other criminal history. Falsification discovered in security documents or during the background investigation process may result in an immediate negative suitability determination.
Crane NXT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
#CCY #ONSITE #cranecurrency #opentowork #jobsearch #hireme #jobhunt #jobseeker #hiring #recruitment #jobsearching #remotework #employment #careers #nowhiring #DaltonMA
