Development Laboratory Technician

3 weeks ago


La Porte, United States American Renolit Corporation Full time

The purpose of this position is to provide technical testing to support the development and evaluation of new products and raw materials.

The Lab Technician performs chemical analysis and testing on chemical raw materials and in-process/finished batches according to methods and specifications as defined by the ASTM standards. He/she assists with compiling, analyzing and interpretation of results as well as maintaining the flow of samples and paperwork through the laboratory. The Lab Technician maintains laboratory equipment and instrumentation to ensure ideal usage and has a strong attention to detail. The Lab Technician is able to effectively correspond with internal customers, has excellent organizational skills, able to perform physically demanding work such as moving and lifting equipment and capable of standing for long periods of time.

**Tasks/Essential Duties**
- Provide assistance to the development of raw materials related to research and development, production, technology, and regulatory projects
- Support of shipping samples to external labs for testing
- Conduct raw material testing according to procedures and document results
- Blending of raw materials to meet technical and color requirements.
- Develop prototype products in lab
- Work with development, quality, and manufacturing teams
- Maintain and operate various test equipment.
- Follow all relevant policies and procedures (Safety, 5S, and ARC policies)
- Actively participate departmental projects
- Assist in the investigation of customer complaints relating to raw material failures
- Prepare reports for product development activities
- Maintain neat and clean laboratory area and ensure functionality of all equipment (5S & ISO)
- Other related duties as assigned

**Job Knowledge, skills and abilities**
- Experience with Microsoft Office - Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Analytical and numerical skills: ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in different units of measurement; ability to use concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios
- High safety and cleanliness standards
- Good communication skills required, including active listening and effective speaking
- Team Oriented: Ability to demonstrate cooperation and support
- Motivating Others: Demonstrated skill in contributing to a motivating work environment
- Ethics and Values: Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest ethical standards in the work environment
- Integrity and Trust: Demonstrated skill in earning and keeping coworkers’ trust
- Ability to work overtime, including weekends, and move from shift to shift as required
- Some quality management systems knowledge
- Ability to problem solve issues
- Organizing: Demonstrated skill in organizing work, setting priorities, and planning ahead required
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Perseverance: Demonstrated skill in working toward goals despite encountering obstacles
- Customer oriented and service minded
- Dependability
- Responsible
- Positive attitude, flexibility

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour

**Education**:

- High school or equivalent (preferred)

Ability to Commute:

- La Porte, IN 46350 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- La Porte, IN 46350: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person



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