Sr. Materials Lab Technician

Job Description

Job Description

IPS – RMB Products is seeking a Sr. Materials Lab Technician who will manage and prioritize daily laboratory workflows to ensure timely completion of analyses and project.

About IPS : Integrated Polymer Solutions (IPS) is a leading developer and manufacturer of advanced materials and engineered components, focused exclusively on high-value end markets such as aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductors, robotics, energy, and industrial applications. The group consists of 9 highly respected brands : AkroFire, ABBA Roller, Icon Aerospace Technology, IRP Medical, MAST Technologies, Northern Engineering Sheffield (NES), RMB Products, Rubbercraft, and Swift Textile Metalizing (STM). Our product range includes elastomeric seals, gaskets, tooling, hoses, ablatives, survivability tiles, coatings and tapes, EMI and thermal shielding, electrically conductive metalized fabrics, encapsulated O-rings, as well as polyamide foams and high-temperature thermoplastics for aircraft interiors. We also provide rotational lining for corrosion protection with seamless liners for pipelines and equipment, and additive manufacturing capabilities for advanced flight hardware production.

Job Accountabilities :

• Maintain accurate and detailed laboratory work instructions.
• Perform routine and advanced analyses on materials, including raw materials, in-process materials, and finished goods, using techniques such as MFR, DSC, FTIR, PSD, mechanical testing, etc
• Establish and track key departmental performance metrics (e.g., turnaround times, submission accuracy, and workflow efficiency) and provide regular reports to R&D Materials Engineer.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and document anomalies in test results, ensuring accuracy and reliability.
• Lead regulatory submission efforts upon customer requests, including acquiring parts lists from the Sales Department, reviewing bills of materials (BOM) to the raw ingredient level, and coordinating with vendors for declarations / compliance documentation.
• Lead regulatory submission efforts upon customer requests, including acquiring parts lists from the Sales Department, reviewing bills of materials (BOM) to the raw ingredient level, and coordinating with vendors for declarations / compliance documentation.
• Lead regulatory submission efforts upon customer requests, including acquiring parts lists from the Sales Department, reviewing bills of materials (BOM) to the raw ingredient level, and coordinating with vendors for declarations / compliance documentation.
• Lead regulatory submission efforts upon customer requests, including acquiring parts lists from the Sales Department, reviewing bills of materials (BOM) to the raw ingredient level, and coordinating with vendors for declarations / compliance documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Specifications :

Education : Highschool diploma or GED equivalent required

Years’ Experience : 3-5 years’ of relevant experience

Skills :

Benefits :

At Integrated Polymer Solutions, we recognize how important your career and benefits are to you and your family. We offer a full suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability coverage, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, basic and supplemental life insurance, employee assistance plan, retirement savings and matching, and other developmental opportunities. We are committed to supporting the way you live and work.

IPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans / Disabled - Affirmative Action Employer.

This position requires using information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.