Lab Tech

At-a-Glance:

Are you ready to build your career by joining the largest producer of thermoplastic resins and polypropylene? If so, our client is hiring a Lab Tech.

Position Type:

• Contract
• On-Site
  
  
  

Required:

• Associate Degree with emphasis in science, biology, chemistry or product testing in laboratory applications or minimum 2 years of experience of laboratory testing and analysis in chemical industry or manufacturing environment.
• Strong computer skills. Proficiency with LabSoft, Microsoft Products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.), SAP, IMPACT.
• Demonstrated proficiency at evaluating data, trends, modeling, and troubleshooting issues.
• Physically able to use standard safety equipment.
• Ability to work with limited supervision for 12 hr. rotating shifts, and the flexibility to work potential overtime, if needed (including weekends and holidays), given advanced notice when possible.
• Good communication skills, the ability to focus on quick-changing tasks, and confidence in various Microsoft computer applications.
• Enjoy working in a team environment, and enjoy collaborating with and supporting others in the laboratory, operations, maintenance, etc.
  
  
  

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry or Biology is preferred.
• Technical certification, equivalent experience or technical background.
• Proficient in Gas Chromatography (Agilent 7890A/B or 8890).
• Other experiences in polymer characterization or chemical analysis such as wet chemistry and polymer separation/fractionation techniques, chromatography, thermal analysis, spectroscopy, or physical testing.
• Understanding of basic statistical evaluation and quality control techniques; Six Sigma - Any level is preferred.
  
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Tests and assesses in-process and finished product samples, returns vital data to the concerned production areas, ensuring the production of product specific polypropylene, while maintaining safety, integrity, and efficiency of the facility.
• Receive and evaluate (Wet, Physical-Chemical, and Physical Properties) samples per the prescribed sampling schedules, and test/evaluate samples per the standard protocol, while following all established safety procedures.
• Records the data into LabSoft and/or other appropriate applications; whenever samples are out of specification, communicates findings with appropriate team members.
• All other duties as required.
  
  
  

Get in Touch:

We want to hear from you! If you think you'd be a good match, submit your resume and reach out to Rishaw at 862-895-5483 to learn more.

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