What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Lab Technician position at MaxTech, Inc.?
Maxxon Corporation
Laboratory Technician
WHEN IT COMES TO HIGH STRENGTH UNDERLAYMENTS, MAXXON WROTE THE BOOK
Maxxon Corporation is recognized as the pioneer and leader in floor technologies. Since gypsum first met sand in 1972, Gyp-Crete, now Maxxon Corporation, has provided superior underlayment products for solving virtually any floor problem. Maxxon not only started the industry but continues to lead it by applying years of experience and knowledge in flooring underlayments and acoustical sound technology to design and problem solve with architects and general contractors.
Our Opportunity
The laboratory technician is responsible for assisting in all laboratory and field research & development functions, including preparing and testing samples and reporting results to senior researchers. The position offers the opportunity to gain knowledge while working with a variety of materials relevant to the construction industry including cements, polymers, adhesives, and chemical admixtures.
Responsibilities
- Test physical and acoustic properties of cements, polymers, and adhesives from both field and laboratory preparations, using both ASTM standards and internal test procedures.
- Prepare samples for testing at a range of scales, from laboratory to full room installations. Activities include mixing powders and liquids, pouring, cutting, and polishing.
- Provide physical testing of sound mat and related activities as needed to support sound mat products and sound system development.
- Organize and maintain identification of samples originating from many locations. Record sample preparation and test result data using digital tools.
- Operate and maintain a variety of laboratory equipment and tools. Maintain inventory of standard laboratory supplies.
- Maintain storage systems of laboratory and construction equipment and supplies.
- Gain practical application experience in multiple lab testing areas while assisting in field trials of new and existing products and in on-site technical service.
Skills and Experience
- Technical degree or laboratory experience in a related field.
- Excellent organizational skills and record keeping; completion of sample testing and reports in a timely fashion.
- Clear and timely communication of project status and issues; the ability to multitask and handle changes in priority.
- Ability to work independently on routine tasks with minimal supervision.
- Ability to contribute to team projects; have a collaborative and positive attitude.
- Required software skills are Microsoft Office, and ability to learn lab instrument software.
- Work safely around chemicals, high temperatures, power tools and equipment.
- Ability to lift 80 lbs.
What’s In It For Me?
- Our team is extremely talented, passionate and supportive
- We promote and support balance, family, wellness and giving back to our community
- We support continued professional development
- Total compensation package with market competitive salary, benefits and growth opportunities
Sound Like You?
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An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
