Lab Technician

Shift: 1st shift hours, Monday-Friday Duration: 06 Months Pay range:$21.00 - $24.00/hr. Onsite Job JOB DIMENSIONS •Work primarily for the development of new sealants and adhesives for the Construction industry •Hands-on approach in development and maintenance of waterbased acrylic and moisture curable products that are sold in the construction industry. ACTIVITIES •Work with Sealing & Bonding team members on research and development of waterbased and moisture curable sealants and adhesives •Observe and perform lab-scale experiments designed by research team, document observations, and communicate detailed findings to the group •Characterize physical and mechanical properties of lab- and full-scale adhesives using various analytical techniques (Viscosity, tensile testing, extrusion, peel strength, stability testing, color matching, etc…) •Document results in electronic lab notebook (Patent Safe) and summarize findings in written reports •Perform job hazard assessments and develop best practices for lab procedures •Maintain lab equipment;ensure lab area is clean and well-organized •Manage inventory and organization of laboratory raw materials and test substrates to ensure operational continuity. •Assemble data and submit documentation for regulatory review of new raw materials and products. Coordinate shipping of experimental samples. •Practice safe work habits in accordance with OSHA and EPA guidelines, and Client specific EHS expectations. CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT The job involves preparing lab scale batches of adhesives and testing them for fit-for-use purposes. It requires a team-oriented individual who is willing to take direction and execute in a timely manner while demonstrating a good level of autonomy. ACCOUNTABILITIES Support the Sealing & Bonding team to achieve goals set by the C&C Leadership Team. Execute projects created in Clarity (Stage Gate) and prioritized in the Project Portfolio. Practice safe work habits in accordance with OSHA and EPA guidelines, and Client specific EHS expectations. QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED •Minimum associates degree or equivalent lab, pilot, or manufacturing experience in adhesive/sealant industry •Strong written and verbal communication skills •Excellent problem-solving skills and high intellectual curiosity •Intermediate level computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point •Willingness to take direction, but also work both independently and as a part of a collaborative team •Ability to effectively communicate project results to the Sealing & Bonding team members as well as other Client R&D teams •Strong mechanical skills;willingness to maintain lab equipment and mixing equipment •Accuracy and attention to detail Employee Benefits: At LanceSoft, full time regular employees who work a minimum of 30 hours a week or more are entitled to the following benefits: Four options of medical Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance 401k Contributions Critical Illness Insurance Voluntary Permanent Life Insurance Accident Insurance Other Employee Perks About LanceSoft LanceSoft is rated as one of the largest staffing firms in the US by SIA. Our mission is to establish global cross-culture human connections that further the careers of our employees and strengthen the businesses of our clients. We are driven to use the power of our global network to connect businesses with the right people, and people with the right businesses without bias. We provide Global Workforce Solutions with a human touch #J-18808-Ljbffr