Laboratory Technician

This hands-on Analytical Technician position will be responsible for carrying out analytical testing to support *** divisions. The individual should have basic understanding of general chemistry, analytical chemistry, and organic chemistry, and some hands-on experience with analytical techniques, including microscopy, thermal analysis, rheology analysis, spectroscopy and wet chemistry. The individual should be able to handle common lab chemicals safely. Responsibilities include preparing samples, carrying out routine analytical procedures, analyzing data and preparing reports for internal customers, and some instrument maintenance/troubleshooting. Individual must be able to effectively communicate with internal customers and global lab team members, follow written SOPs, perform minor equipment repairs, and ensure compliance with standardized methods (ISO, ASTM, VDA, etc.).

• Knowledge of polymeric materials and their properties

• Comfortable handling chemicals

• Hands-on experience with analytical chemistry techniques such as light microscopy, SEM, EDS, KF, FTIR, TGA, and DSC

• Ability to identify the appropriate analytical technique to troubleshoot when presented with a problem

• Knowledge of polymer structure-processing-performance relationship

• Fluency with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and statistical software

• Experience with DOE's, method validation (R&R) demonstration

• Excellent technical writing and presentation skills

• Experience managing projects and balancing competing priorities

Looking for a candidate with microscopy experience.

Quals--

Interview required for the position*** Plus BS in Chemistry, Material Science, or related field

• Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret data and provide compete/thorough presentations/reports

• Experience with engineering polymers or plastics

• Ability to pro-actively design methods to meet customer needs

• Ability to identify potential sources of error in an experiment and implement controls to mitigate them

• Effective communication - both verbal and written

• Strong understanding and commitment to safe lab practice and chemical handling

• Ability to organize, keep detailed documentation/records, and achieve timely, accurate results

• Ability to make minor repairs to lab equipment

• Ability work independently with minimal supervision and be part of team

• Ability to manage projects and competing priorities

• Must strive for continuous improvement

• Must be energetic, self motivated

Looking for a candidate with microscopy experience.