R&D Lab Technician
We are currently looking to hire a R&D Lab Technician for our production facility / warehouse in Itasca, IL. This is a 1st shift position 9am-7pm Monday to Friday that pays 19-21/hour to start.
SUMMARY
Performs laboratory testing to assist in every aspect of coating development including quality control, process control, or product development.
Requires a self-starter who can perform experiments, carry out scientific tests, record and evaluate data accurately.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Sets up, calibrates, adjusts and operates laboratory equipment and instruments.
Runs laboratory experiments with high level of scientific accuracy.
Tests materials used as ingredients in coatings, such as, stability, viscosity, density, absorption, melting or flash point.
Records test results on standardized forms and writes test reports describing procedures used.
Prepares graphs and charts.
Good written and verbal skills.
Support production quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA).
Provides technical service to accounts, if needed.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience:
High school graduate or associate degree from two-year college; two years minimum related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Ability:
Ability to write reports and procedure. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Math Ability:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, and volume.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Computer Skills:
Word processing, Spreadsheet, Manufacturing software
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to lift a minimum of 10 pounds.