What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at 3 Sigma LLC?
Job Title: Lab Technician Location: Troy, Ohio
Reporting To: Technical Director Job Status/ Grade: Hourly
Department: Technical Direct Reports: None
Job Summary:
The Lab Technician is responsible for preparing samples and running physical performance testing. As tasks are assigned, this individual will be responsible for setting their own pace to complete assignments on time and maintain the laboratory. The individual must understand basic scientific processes and be able to follow written standardized test methods. Given that this role is part of a dynamic and evolving team, there is room for both personal and career development for an individual who shows commitment to the role and takes the initiative to engage in unassigned projects.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in and eventually lead projects to analyze materials for qualification, develop new products, and provide technical support to commercial and operations
- Develop test plan and complete necessary testing for assigned projects
- Collect, organize, analyze, and record data on relevant projects
- Effectively process and present data to audiences of various technical backgrounds
- Continually develop skills and knowledge related to formulation and materials testing
- Manage instrument calibrations and maintain existing and new laboratory equipment in good working condition
- Provide input and ideas on equipment modifications and improvements to expand laboratory testing capabilities and improve testing efficiency
- Set up and performs destructive and nondestructive tests on materials, parts or products, to measure physical properties and performance of material
- Test against established specifications for products and materials and make recommendations based on test results
- Own and complete standard lab functions such as: test panel preparation, sample preparation, laboratory maintenance, performance testing, data entry, and observe production of and collecting samples from production floor
- Work overtime as assigned
Personal Attributes:
- Well-organized with strong analytical and data processing skills
- Self-starter motivated to identify and implement laboratory and process improvements
- Team player with the ability to contribute effectively on collaborative projects
- Strong communication skills
- Curious and driven to learn new things and expand product and technology knowledge
- Good problem-solving abilities
- Performs well with high degree of autonomy
Requirements:
- 1-3 years of laboratory testing or QC/QA testing experience in adhesives industry
- Strong time management skills to manage multiple ongoing projects
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Proficient in office suites, particularly Microsoft Excel, MS Word, and Power Point
- Flexibility with working hours during major trials
Preferred Qualifications:
- Has or working towards a degree in Chemistry, Physics or Material Science. Math and Statistics degrees will be considered
- Strong analytical chemistry skills
- Polymer science experience, especially experience with tapes, pressure sensitive adhesives, or polymer carriers
- Prior experience with technical service or chemical manufacturing environment
- Previous experience with new product introduction and scale-up
- Prior experience with PSTC testing or relevant ASTM standards for material testing
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Work Environment:
Work is performed in a fast-paced office setting with frequent interruptions. Duties may require sitting for long periods of time. Occasional need to drive a vehicle.
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