Innovation Technician

Adhesives Research, Inc.; Glen Rock (York County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Adhesives Research, Inc. seeks a dedicated Research Technician with a BS in chemistry to contribute to lab-scale mixing, coating, and analytical testing programs. You will design experiments, prepare samples, and train others on methodologies.

You will record results, perform basic data analysis, maintain lab cleanliness, and ensure compliance with ISO-9001 and GMP guidelines. Strong communication and organization are essential.

Qualifications

• BS degree in chemistry or related field; R&D lab experience preferred.
• Proficient in standard adhesive test methods.
• Fluent English communication.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of AR information.
• Ability to perform duties with moderate supervision.
• Effective oral & written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage different priorities.
• Requires an aptitude to use sensitive test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute lab mixing and coating experiments with independent judgment.
• Prepare test samples and conduct tests on chemicals and materials.
• Record, organize and communicate results; perform basic data analysis and propose recommendations.
• Maintain lab areas, storage areas and equipment to standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and compliance with ISO-9001 and GMP.

Skills

Lab experiments

Data analysis

English communication

Education

BS in Chemistry

Tools

Test equipment

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

Supports various projects, development, etc, with lab experiments, lab coating, production experiments, physical and analytical testing, data analysis and report writing. Trains others on experimental and test methodology.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Grade Level: G-11

Department: Innovation

Job Summary

Supports various projects, development, etc, with lab experiments, lab coating, production experiments, physical and analytical testing, data analysis and report writing. Trains others on experimental and test methodology.

Essential Functions

• Contributes to the design of lab-scale mixing and coating experiments. Executes lab mixing and coating experiments of their own design or designed by others. Exercises independent judgment relative to implementation aspects of experimental design.
• Prepares test samples and conduct tests on chemicals and/or materials
• Records, organizes and communicates results/data from experiments and testing. Performs limited analysis of data, draws basic conclusions and makes recommendations.
• Maintains lab areas, storage areas and equipment to organizational standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Makes identifiable and substantial contributions to continuous improvement. Performs all duties consistent with established AR guidelines consistent with ISO-9001 and those elements of GMP deemed necessary to support our business (as outlined in the Quality Manual) Actively complies with and endorses Department and Company objectives.
• Responsible for following all applicable waste handling procedures.
• Responsible for equipment, instrument and lab tools maintenance and calibration when appropriate.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Specifications

• BS degree in chemistry and/or relevant industrial experience. R&D laboratory experience preferred.
• Proficient in application of standard adhesive text methods.
• Must communicate fluently in English
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of AR information
• Ability to perform duties with moderate supervision
• Effective oral & written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage different priorities
• Requires an aptitude to use sensitive test equipment
• Knowledge of computers and related word processing, spreadsheet and e-mail software – Microsoft preferred