Packaging Development R&D Lab Technician

5 days ago

East Hanover, United States Synectics Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Description

  • This is a Packaging Development R&D Lab Technician position responsible for managing the East Hanover Lab and Whippany Pilot Plant, in the US physically located in the strategic location in East Hanover, NJ.

  • Responsible for running tests in 2 separate labs, maintaining the cleanliness of the labs, and presenting results to other team members and possible senior leadership.

  • Must be able to find technical solutions when problems are identified and an effective communicator to the Packaging Development Team.

  • Perform requested packaging testing, share data with requestor, leverage GLIMS to maintain record of test results.

  • Support or execute trials at the Whippany Pilot Plant, Single Point of Contact for WPP staff.

  • Create or maintain internal test methods & SOPs for each instrument and equipment type

  • Purchase supplies & consumables

  • Maintain safe, organized, stocked, and tidy lab and pilot plant environment at all times.

  • Ensure data repository (Eureka, Teams or other) is used for all tests.

  • Ability to conduct tours of the lab to Senior Leadership.

  • Safety:

    • Assigned as Packaging Safety Steward for EH Lab and WPP.

    • Coordinate periodic site safety inspections

    • Facilitate and update Risk Assessments with HSE & other experts.

    • Conduct Safety Training for new employees and as needed.

    • Manage the Packaging Developers storage locations in the lab.

  • Budget Planning & Tracking:

    • Plan & submit proposal for next year's budget during June/July timeframe, including capital.

    • Track expenses on blanket POs and ensure phasing/forecast is accurate.

  • Maintenance, Calibration & Training:

    • Maintain equipment schedule/coordinate repair as needed.

    • Schedule training for new installations; Manage Super Users for WPP equipment to support trials.

    • Coordinate with vendors to complete yearly calibration tests in the East Hanover lab.

  • New Equipment Purchase & Installation:

    • Identify new testing and equipment needs based on developer feedback and strategic needs.

    • Draft and submit ARs for approval, and complete GR.

    • Lead all pre and post installation actives in partnership with Facilities.

    • Request and maintain assets tags for proper deprecation reporting.

    • Act as liaison between Packaging Developers and Pilot Plant staff to plan trials, coordinate activities, material arrival and ensure proper forms/ requirements in place.

    • Securing the necessary support from Super Users and/or WPP staff to run equipment during trials.

    • Work with WPP to create proper forms and documentation to comply with HSE & Food Safety standards, SOP, risk assessment, ability to recommission equipment and create PM plan.

Qualifications:

  • CPG or food industry experience a bonus

  • Possess experience in managing a Packaging Lab, as well as strong technical skills, the ability to learn on the fly and execute independently by leveraging their expertise and experience.

  • A minimum of 3- 5 yrs. experience is required, preferably in the food industry.

  • Must demonstrate the ability to be a strong team player representing our technical organization, providing guidance and expertise to Junior Engineers.

  • Strong lab management experience instead of packaging experience as that aspect of this role is more critical.

  • CPG lab management experience

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.

Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.

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