Lab Technician Pouring

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you! Carpenter Co. has an immediate opening for a Lab Technician at our Fogelsville, PA manufacturing plant. This position performs various physical properties testing as specified by a set of quality standards and company/customer requirements. Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations of excellence. Additional responsibilities of the Lab Technician will include: Accurately measure test blocks of prime foam and carpet cushion for height, width and length. Operate computerized saws and band saws for sample preparation. Accurately weigh top skin, side skin, bottom skin, trim weight. Test foam for: Density, Indentation Force Deflection, Air Permeability, Resiliency, Compression Sets, Tear, Tensile and Elongation as per Company and Customer specifications. Record any visual defects such as splits, buck shot, veins, etc. Coordinate odor panel tests as required. Operate precision lab testing equipment such as various scales, United Testing machines, high pressure auto clave, various flammability chambers, ovens, static meter, micrometers, rulers, porosity machine, die cutting machine and titrator when needed. Perform flammability testing on foam and fiber. Accurately enter all test data. Maintain all Quality records. Ability to read and interpret a tape measure. Skills/ Requirements High School Diploma or General Education Degree. Some previousmanufacturing and machine operation experience preferred. Must have the ability to read a interpret a tape measure. Basic Computer knowledge and ability to use computerized equipment in daily operations. Ability to work flexible hours and overtime Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic. Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Carpenter Canada Co.