Sr. Research Technician/Research Technician (coatings and paint)

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for conducting various research and product development activities to support department objectives. This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Main Strategic Responsibilities

• Support the activities in the Technology department at the direction of R&D management

Day to Day Responsibilities

• Order and prepare materials and equipment
• Prepare test specimens and samples for testing
• Operate and maintain machinery and equipment
• Inspect, conduct tests, measure and record data, including fire testing and post-test measurements
• Maintain calibration status of equipment
• Assist R&D staff as required
• Design and build test apparatuses
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Comply with department and corporate health and safety practices
• Perform other duties, as assigned
• Periodic travel may be required, but is not common

Contacts :

INSIDE COMPANY :

Research & Development personnel
Sales & Marketing personnel
Operations personnel
Environmental, Health & Safety personnel

OUTSIDE COMPANY :

Testing and analytical laboratory personnel

Materials and equipment vendor personnel

SCOPE OF POSITION :

• Responsible for supporting the technical activities in the R&D department
• Responsibilities occur in the Company R&D facility in Stanhope, NJ
• The responsibilities of Research Technician and Sr. Research Technician are similar, but a Sr. Research Technician will have a documented record of success in project work that is directly applicable to the Company (paints and coatings).

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS :

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 2 years of experience in technical environment – paint or coatings industry preferred.

KNOWLEDGE :

High school diploma with some STEM emphasis desired. Associate degree in Science or Technology preferred. Directly applicable work experience or 4-year degree is highly valued and required for Sr. Research Technician.

SKILLS :

• Must work safely and support safe laboratory operations as the highest priority
• Must be willing to take direction as well as provide input to colleagues
• Must be able to read and understand technical procedures
• Must be organized
• Must communicate effectively in verbal and written form
• Must be self-motivated and responsible for assigned work as well as assisting colleagues
• Must be willing to work atypical hours and/or overtime, on occasion
• Must be able to successfully conduct basic mathematical analysis.

The base salary anticipated is $30.00 per hour for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, actual compensation may vary and will be determined by several factors, including but not limited to, the applicant’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other job-related factors. Isolatek International reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. An employee may also be eligible for annual discretionary incentive compensation based on company and personal performance.

Isolatek offers a wide range of employee benefits, including health insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, sick leave, vacation, and 401(k), in addition to other benefits.

This job description is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Isolatek is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor. No phone calls, please.