Jr. Laboratory Technician – Machine Operator - Pilot Lab

Teknor Apex Company; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Teknor Apex Company in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, is hiring for a second shift Lab Technician to support the Pilot Plant and polymer testing program. You will perform basic tasks, assist with quality control, and enter data into the lab system.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year of related experience, and basic arithmetic skills; fluency in English is required and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and communication with Supervisors and colleagues.
• Prefer 1+ year of relevant experience.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Capable of basic arithmetic.
• Able to read and write in English.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Will work with Corporate Pilot Plant Lab team through all stages of polymer blend sample production: compounding, blending, Banbury mixing, extrusion mixing, milling, pelletizing, packaging, and quality control testing.
• Tests in accordance with specifications provided with assistance.
• Once trained, perform all core functions/testing required by this position.
• Enter test data and conditions into the lab system.

Skills

Basic arithmetic

Read and write in English

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Category: R&D / Technical

Requisition Number: JRLAB004627

• Posted : August 6, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Rhode Island
Teknor Apex | RI Location
505 Central Ave.
Pawtucket, RI 02861, USA

Rhode Island
Teknor Apex | RI Location
505 Central Ave.
Pawtucket, RI 02861, USA

When Alfred Fain founded a small Rhode Island tire store in 1924, at the time no one could have predicted how Teknor Apex would become an international custom compounder sought out by companies around the world. After a nearly hundred-year journey that’s carried us through acquisitions and expansion, we now have nine U.S. locations, as well as operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China.

Throughout this global expansion Teknor has remained a privately held company, and today Fain’s grandson sits at the helm, maintaining the family’s tradition of fostering deep employee and customer relationships. These relationships are what allow us—together—to deliver customized compound solutions and help our customer’s create better products.

“Manufacturing is a team sport and we work together to achieve our goals.” ~Jon Fain

Join the team behind our custom compounds.

Shift: 2nd Shift (2:30PM -11:00PM)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions (Essential functions can be specific, critical and important duties, responsibilities and authorities which have significant impact on successful job performance. An essential function may not, necessarily, represent a significant percent of time spent. The essential functions include compliance with all policies, procedures, and rules as established. Job requirements are not limited to the essential functions discussed below. Similar or related duties may be required.)

• Performs basic assigned tasks in prioritized, logical, and timely manner in agreement with company laboratory and safety procedures
• Tests in accordance with specifications provided with assistance.
• Once trained is able to perform all core function/testing required by this position
• Enters test data and conditions into the lab system

Responsibilities Specific to Pilot Plant:

• Will work with Corporate Pilot Plant Lab team members through all stages of the polymer blend sample production process to include- Compounding, Blending, Banbury mixing, Extrusion mixing, Milling, Pelletizing, Packaging, and Quality Control Testing.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Teamwork and Communication skills with Supervisors and with colleagues
• Prefer 1 or more years of relevant experience
• S: High School or G.E.D.

Skills:

• Capable of performing basic arithmetic
• Able to read and write in English

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone

Teknor Apex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age to work at Teknor Apex.

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