Research & Development Lab Technician

Job Description

Salary: Starting $22/hr.

Position Title: Research & Development Lab Technician Reports To: Director of Polymer Science

Summary

Thermoflex Corporation is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Research & Development (R&D) Lab Technician to join our team. The R&D Lab Technician will be responsible for conducting batch mixing, compounding, injection molding, performing tests, recording testing data, and providing support to our research and development efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in laboratory procedures, excellent attention to detail, good communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Conduct Experiments: execute laboratory mixing, compounding, and testing as per established protocols, ensuring accurate and precision in all procedures

Data Collection & Analysis: Record and analyze experimental data, maintaining detailed and organized records. Prepare reports summarizing findings and results

Equipment Maintenance: Calibrate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment regularly to ensure proper functionality; reporting any issues or malfunctions promptly

Sampling Handling: Handle and prepare samples for testing, ensuring proper labeling, storage, and disposal in accordance with safety and environmental regulations

Quality Control: Perform quality control checks of production samples on a regular basis

Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), to maintain a safe working environment

Inventory Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels of raw materials. Reports when raw materials are running low promptly

Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date laboratory records, including experiment logs, equipment logs, and safety documentation

Reliable attendance

Other duties as assigned in Managements sole discretion

Skills, Knowledge, & Abilities

Minimum high school diploma

Bachelors degree in a relevant field preferred but not required (Materials Science, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline)

Previous laboratory experience preferred

Strong understanding of laboratory procedures and safety protocols

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills

Effective communication and teamwork abilities

Ability to work independently and follow instructions

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test is required

Will be required to submit to a mandatory Respirator Mask Physical/Fit Test at hire

Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and climb for extended periods

Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination

Ability to work in varying temperatures and noise levels within a manufacturing environment

Will be required to drive a forklift

THESE MAY NOT BE THE ONLY DUTIES YOU WILL BE ERQUIRED TO PERFORM. THE REQUIREMENTS DESCRIBED HERE ARE REPRESENTATIVE AND MAY VARY FROM WHAT IS DESCRIBED. PURSUANT TO COMPANY POLICY, ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE YOU TO PERFORM THE FUNCTIONS DESCRIBED HEREIN. NOTHING IN THIS DOCUMENT ALTERS YOUR AT WILL EMPLOYMENT STATUS AND NOTHING HEREIN ESTABLISHES A CONTRACT FOR EMPLOYMENT. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF MANAGEMENT.Company Description

Our mission at Thermoflex manifests itself in both our dedication to our customers and to a sense of community within our company. Our design team conceptualizes products with the future of the automotive industry in mind. In addition, we strive to utilize state-of-the-art technological processes to manufacture value-added products that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing to consumers. We realize that none of our success would be possible without our team of innovative and dedicated individuals. To this end, Thermoflex remains committed to providing a safe and positive work environment conducive to creativity and production.

Full-time