R&D Lab and Quality Specialist

2 weeks ago

Augusta, Maine, United States ALKEGEN Full time
Job Requirements

Why work for us?  

Alkegen brings together two of the world's leading specialty materials companies to create one new, innovation-driven leader focused on battery technologies, filtration media, and specialty insulation and sealing materials. Through global reach and breakthrough inventions, we are delivering products that enable the world to breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before.  

With over 60 manufacturing facilities with a global workforce of over 9,000 of the industry's most experienced talent, including insulation and filtration experts, Alkegen is uniquely positioned to help customers impact the environment in meaningful ways.  

Alkegen offers a range of dynamic career opportunities with a global reach. From production operators to engineers, technicians to specialists, sales to leadership, we are always looking for top talent ready to bring their best. Come grow with us   

Responsibilities:

  • Perform projects and assignments as directed by the Quality Manager.
  • Assist the Applications Engineer on R&D projects and the testing required of the new products.
  • Maintain and operate all Lab equipment.
  • Provide back up support for the quality lab personnel.
  • Assist in performing calibrations of appropriate measuring devices.
  • Work with appropriate Alkegen personnel on R&D orders as they are being developed to ensure compliance.
  • Perform used bag analysis and prepare reports.
  • Perform new felt sample analysis and prepare reports.
  • Perform Internal Audits as assigned Assist in Gage R&R's for PPAPs.
  • Perform Patch checks on felt (weight, thickness, shrinkage, etc.)
  • Perform checks using the SEM, DSC, and FTIR lab equipment.
  • Perform paper checks for Jacob Holm product.
  • Perform incoming inspection on raw materials and assist in generating reports based on goods received.
  • Develop Work Instructions and testing parameters for new tests assigned by the Quality Manager.
  • Perform Data Analysis as needed to Pareto Issues seen.
  • Perform vertical burn tests on FireBlock product Perform projects assigned by the Quality Manager such as follow up testing from customer complaints, PPAP development, and perform internal audits.
  • Assist in improving process efficiencies, quality, and safety.

Qualifications/Experience:

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • College degree preferred
  • Minimum of 5 years in textile laboratory experience.
  • Scanning Electron Microscopy, Digital photography skills.
  • MS Suite (Excel, Word, Access) aptitude.
  • Strong excel proficiency required.
  • Lean Six Sigma experience highly preferred.
  • ISO 9001 experience preferred.
  • Good math and reading skills. Attention to details and good mechanical aptitude.
  • Must be proficient in NOS System, be a team player and Leadership skills.
  • Record organization and good verbal communication required.

If you are interested in being part of a world class function here at Alkegen then we would love to hear from you.

At Alkegen, we strive every day to help people – ALL PEOPLE – breathe easier, live greener and go further than ever before. We believe that diversity and inclusion is central to this mission and to our impact. Our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth & innovation, and we nurture it by actively embracing our differences and using our varied perspectives to solve the complex challenges facing our changing and diverse world.

Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, nation of origin, religion, color, gender identity and expression, age, disability, education, opinions, culture, languages spoken, veteran's status, or any other protected class.

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