R&D Processing Lab Technician

The Research & Development (R&D) Lab Technician in the processing lab is responsible for performing extrusion trials and lab tests while maintaining a safe and orderly work environment. Incumbent will also be responsible for maintaining proper inventory of all materials used in the processing lab.

What You'll Be Doing:
This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time:

•    Meet laboratory safety, sample labeling requirements and general housekeeping expectations
•    Locate raw materials, prepare samples, and stage materials for R&D testing.
•    Occasional operation of the forklift to procure materials
•    Conduct R&D twin screw extruder operation
•    Work independently to troubleshoot mechanical and chemical processes
•    Maintain accurate and complete records
•    Organizes and maintains inventory of R&D retains
•    Perform routine and non-routine extrusion, blending, and testing

What You Need to Succeed:

Personal Qualities 

•    Self-driven team player
•    Ability to communicate with others 
•    Capable of completing multiple tasks while meeting deadlines 
•    Comfortable in a laboratory or production environment 
•    Ability to manage time and work effectively under pressure while demonstrating attention to detail. 
•    Safety awareness of the surrounding environment 

Requirements 

•    High school diploma 
•    1 to 3 years’ experience in a manufacturing or lab environment 
•    Good oral and written communication skills 
•    Basic knowledge in Excel software 

Preferred Skills 

•    1-2 years additional extrusion experience. 
•    Proficiency with the MS Office suite of programs 
•    Associates degree in a Physical Science 

Protective Clothing Required 
Requires the ability to wear safety glasses, respirator, steel or composite toed shoes, hearing protection, and gloves when working in production areas. Must follow facilities safety policies. 

Physical Demands 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and/or walk, talk and/or hear, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, reach above shoulders, or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 55 pounds and must also regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

Work Environment
Office and Manufacturing based. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be loud while working in production areas. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high precarious places, in proximity to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. 

Physical Demands 
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand and/or walk, talk and/or hear, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, reach above shoulders, and/or taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and must also regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

Why You’ll Love Working Here:
•    Competitive Starting Pay: $26.78 per hour to start, plus premiums.
•    Room to Grow: This position offers career advancement opportunities as you learn and grow with us.
•    Team-Oriented Environment: You’ll work in a safety-focused, collaborative, and supportive team.

What We Offer:
•    Premium Pay: Additional pay for qualifying shifts.
•    Comprehensive Benefits: Includes health, dental, 401(k), paid time off, etc...
•    Job Stability: Join a company that's growing and rewards your dedication and hard work.
•    Training and Development: Get the tools and support you need to succeed and advance in your career.

Ready to Start Your Next Adventure?
If you're looking for a rewarding role with great pay and benefits, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career with us.