Lab Technician

JM Eagle; Cochranton (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

JM Eagle in COCHRANTON, PA seeks a laboratory technician to prepare PVC/HDPE compounds and evaluate materials using standard lab equipment. You will produce and test specimens, monitor extrusion trials, and document results for internal and external references.

Responsibilities include following ASTM/NSF/UL protocols, interpreting data, and maintaining accurate records with MS Office tools. A science background is preferred and on-the-job training will be provided.

Qualifications

• A high school or college diploma with scientific background or work experience is preferred.
• Ability to learn quickly and perform duties after training.
• Intermediate MS Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel skills.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare PVC/HDPE compounds using laboratory mixer and evaluate compounds.
• Produce and test specimens per ASTM/NSF/UL standards.
• Monitor extrusion trials and collect samples for certification or proposals.
• Document laboratory results for supervisors and external agencies.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data interpretation

Mathematical reasoning

Documentation

Education

High school / college diploma (science)

Tools

Izod impact tester

Tensile tester

FTIR

DSC

Melt indexer

Two-roll mill

Torque rheometer

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: COCHRANTON, PA 16314

• Prepare PVC/HDPE compounds using laboratory mixer, and evaluate plastic compounds in appropriate equipment such as two roll mill, torque, rheometer, etc.
• Produce and test specimens using appropriate test apparatus such as Izod impact, tensile test systems, FTIR, DSC, melt indexer, etc. in accordance with ASTM, NSF, and UL standards
• Monitor and evaluate short-term extrusion trials, prepare test specimens from trial samples using powered cutting devices such as saws and routers. Collect samples for certification of products or preparing proposals for updated or new materials and products.
• Document laboratory results in appropriate forms or reports for supervisors, other plants, or outside agencies to reference

Qualifications

The responsibilities listed are a representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. An individual must show ability to learn these, and then be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily after training.

Education and/or Experience

A high school or college diploma with scientific background or work experience is preferred. Other technical degrees and/or appropriate combination of education and technical training and experience may be considered.

Computer Skills

Posses intermediate knowledge of MS Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel. Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex documents.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to comprehend and apply principles of basic math and algebra.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Produce reports, specifications, procedures etc. as needed.