Laboratory Technician R&D Operations

Omya; Egerkingen; Vor Ort; CHF 70.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Omya in Switzerland is seeking a laboratory-oriented professional to modify mineral powders and perform analytical characterization. You will work with pilot-scale equipment and document results for interdisciplinary projects.

We value teamwork, methodical experimentation, and fluency in German and English, with a strong focus on safety and quality compliance in an ISO-certified setting.

Qualifikationen

• Technical studies (apprenticeship or similar) in chemistry or natural science.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment.
• Proficiency in German and English.
• Strong lab and organizational skills.
• Interest in operating pilot-scale equipment.
• Experience in ISO-certified environments.

Aufgaben

• Chemically and physically modify mineral powders (grinding, precipitation, granulation).
• Use dispersants, grinding aids, and rheology modifiers in processes like wet and dry grinding.
• Work with pilot-scale equipment (ball mill, glass furnace).
• Characterize materials using appropriate analytical methods.
• Test, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment.
• Document results clearly and promptly, supporting interdisciplinary projects.
• Collaborate with team members and contribute to cross-functional activities.
• Maintain laboratory safety and quality standards in line with protocols.

Kenntnisse

Lab work proficiency

Team collaboration

German and English

MS Word & Excel

Laboratory safety

Ausbildung

Technical studies/apprenticeship in chemistry or natural science

Tools

Word

Excel

Pilot-scale equipment operation

Jobbeschreibung

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Chemical and physical modifications of mineral powders, i.e. grinding, precipitation, granulation.
• Work with dispersants, grinding aids, rheology modifiers in processes such as wet grinding, dry grinding, surface modification, slurry dewatering, spray drying, slurry stabilization.
• Work with pilot-scale equipment such as ball mill and glass furnace.
• Material characterization via the appropriate analytical technique.
• Test, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment to ensure reliable operation.
• Accurately document and report experimental results in a clear and timely manner.
• Support of scientists and engineers for various interdisciplinary research projects.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and actively contribute to departmental and cross-functional activities.
• Maintain compliance with laboratory safety procedures, quality standards, and established operating protocols.

JOBREQUIREMENTS

• Technical studies (apprenticeship or similar technical degree) in the field of chemistry or other fields of natural science.
• Experience working in a laboratory.
• Good command of German and English.
• Good lab and organizational skills.
• Willingness to operate pilot-scale equipment.
• Fundamental knowledge in inorganic and organic chemistry.
• Excellent computer and software skills in Word and Excel.
• Motivated by lab work and practical experimentation.
• Excellent team spirit and collaboration skills.
• Proactive, motivated, target-oriented and willing to work on multidisciplinary projects.
• Experience in an ISO-certified environment.