Manufacturing Chemical Testing Specialist

Launch your career in chemical testing! We're looking for a motivated Manufacturing Chemical Testing Specialist to join our team in Greenfield, IN. This direct hire role offers a chance to gain valuable experience in the industry, with a pay range of $24.04-$28.85/hour. You'll work a standard Monday-Friday schedule, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Are you interested in this role? Send your resume to our RPS recruiter Jen at jlumbantoruan@staffmanagement.com to learn more!

Perks & Benefits

• Weekly paychecks
• Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options
• Medical / Dental Insurance
• 401k
• STD /LTD
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Time Off
• $50K-$60K annually

Employment Type & Shifts

• Full Time
• Direct Hire
• 1st Shift

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and test prototype constructions designed to meet customer and market specific application requirements.
• Provide direct support for development and process trials on coater.
• Test commercial and developmental products to customer specified protocols.
• As directed, conduct testing and record long term aging data on selected products.
• Work with the technical and manufacturing departments in testing for problem solving purposes.
• Generate raw material comparison studies for qualifying new materials.
• Directly interface with vendors with a potential for support of process trial activities.
• Work under the direction of the technical/sales team in the preparation of product samples for customer evaluations.
• Evaluate data and compile certificates of analysis associated with commercial developmental projects.
• Assemble and evaluate data needed to compile preliminary specifications on developmental products.
• Compile manufacturing genealogy reports as needed.
• Provide support to the main quality assurance laboratory on an as needed basis.
• Generate and maintain electronic copies of all distributed reports.

Skills/Qualifications

• Must exhibit proficiency in PC use including common applications as well as programs related to Quality, Production, and R&D (i.e. SPC, database management, etc)
• Will require becoming familiar with all standard and special test procedures, apparatus, and equipment.
• Experience in web handling processes related to paper or film coatings preferred.
• Proficiencies in Microsoft Word and Excel desired with competencies in Microsoft Access, and math and science related fields beneficial.
• 5 years of lab experience in coatings, adhesives and flexible web processing
• Has experience in communicating to customers and suppliers directly
• Willingness to work flexible hours on occasion
• Proven record of product development and product launch to market.
• Strong market knowledge of coatings industry.
• Strong analytical skills with strong knowledge of coatings chemistry.
• This position requires an Associate Degree in a chemistry related field
• Fluent in the English language with strong written/verbal/presentation skills.
• Approximately 15% travel is required.

Associate Requirements

• Associates Degree
• Background Check
• Able to Lift 50 pounds
• Drug Test
• Must be at least 18 years old

The hourly rate for this position is anticipated between $24.04 - $28.85 per hour. This range is a good-faith estimate, based on the shift you work and other considerations permitted by law. An employee's pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. In addition to monetary compensation, we offer medical, dental, vision, life, and more. More details about benefits can be found at https://flimp.live/trueblueassociates#home.

Staff Management | SMX is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, age, gender identification, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your Recruiter or Employee Relations at HR-Advice@trueblue.com or 1-800-610-8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.