Laboratory Technician- IMMEDIATE NEED
Kelly - Croydon
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This position is responsible for supporting the growth of the acrylic resin business through application development, technical service, and testing on existing and new products. A significant component of this role is the preparation and evaluation of polymeric materials. This position will be working on multiple projects at a time and interacting with all scientists/engineers in the group
Prepare polymer formulations for processing via compounding, latex blending, etc.
Processing: Extrude, injection mold, compression mold, etc. polymer formulations.
Testing: Prepare test specimens via cutting, edge finishing, milling, etc. Follow established procedures to perform mechanical tests including notched Izod, tensile, Dynatup drop dart impact, melt flow rate etc. Data: Accurately document all observations and experimental results in electronic lab notebook. Organize and analyze data to explain conclusions to an internal audience. Equipment: Schedule and perform preventative maintenance on owned equipment; troubleshoot owned equipment and recommend improvements as needed. Prepare paper work, package, and ship out samples; maintain materials inventory
Perform area housekeeping and participate in 5S program