Foam Formulation R&D Technician

Woodbridge; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Retirement plan with company match

Flexible working hours

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Woodbridge is seeking a technical professional to coordinate the development and improvement of new foam products. You will lead experimental design, analyze data, and present findings while assisting with housekeeping, inventory, standards, and procedures for the Development Laboratory, Process Laboratory, and Development Pour Line.

The role requires leading/participating in experiments, operating lab instruments, and applying chemical safety practices. Prior urethane experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures.
• Ability to write reports and manuals.
• Ability to present information to groups of managers and clients.

Responsibilities

• Develop and modify foam formulations to meet customer and organization expectations.
• Frequent interaction with production staff.
• Write and update procedures, standards, and policies.
• Help maintain the Development laboratories and work areas.

Skills

Language skills

Math skills

Analytical thinking

Computer skills

Education

Two-year degree or related experience

Tools

Windows OS

Microsoft Office

FT-IR

Viscometer

Zwick

Job description

Woodbridge is seeking a technical professional to coordinate the development and improvement of new foam products. You will lead experimental design, analyze data, and present findings while assisting with housekeeping, inventory, standards, and procedures for the Development Laboratory, Process Laboratory, and Development Pour Line.

The role requires leading/participating in experiments, operating lab instruments, and applying chemical safety practices. Prior urethane experience is a plus.