Lab Technician

Datwyler; Ontario (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Flexible time off

Matching 401K with Roth option

Medical, dental, vision

Company paid life insurance

Development training

Paid holidays

Job summary

Datwyler in the United States is seeking a laboratory technician to prepare and test rubber specimens using diverse equipment. You will mold specimens, run standard tests, and ensure conformance to specifications while supporting sales with sample materials.

Ideal candidates have up to one year in a lab setting, good math and measurement skills, and proficiency in Word/Excel. This role requires English proficiency and physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year laboratory experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong math and measurement skills.
• Ability to read and understand technical instructions and specifications.
• Clerical filing skills and recordkeeping.
• Must read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Molds standard and nonstandard test specimens.
• Performs all standard laboratory tests.
• Determines finished part conformance to customer and industry specifications.
• Determines compound conformance to customer and industry specifications.
• Completes special testing projects assigned by chemist and R&D manager.
• Makes samples for customers as requested by sales and customer service departments.
• Uses laboratory mixing, performing and molding equipment to make test trial formulations.
• Follows safety rules.

Skills

Math skills

Organizational skills

Measuring tools

Reading specs

Clerical filing

English fluency

MS Word & Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Job description

General Duties

Prepares standard and non-standard rubber test specimens, conditions them and tests them on a variety of testing machines and equipment.

Specific Duties

• Molds standard and nonstandard test specimens
• Performs all standard laboratory tests
• Determines finished part conformance to customer and industry specifications
• Determines compound conformance to customer and industry specifications
• Completes special testing projects assigned by chemist and R & D manager
• Makes sample for customers as requested by sales and customer service departments
• Uses laboratory mixing, performing and molding equipment to make test trial formulations
• Follows safety rules

Experience Required

One year in a laboratory job experience preferred.

Education Required

High school diploma or equivalent.

Special Skills Required

• Good math skills and use of calculator
• Good organizational skills needed to complete multiple tests concurrently
• Ability to use standard measuring tools like micrometers
• Ability to read and understand technical instructions and specifications
• Some clerical skill for filing records
• Must read, write and speak English
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel

Physical Requirements

• Stands on tile floor up to 6 hours a day
• Digital dexterity for handling and testing small specimens
• Good hand-to-eye coordination and excellent mental focus required to use rubber mill
• Good close vision needed to examine specimens for flaws
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds to chest height

Other Requirements

• This position requires the use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

What we offer

• $21-$23 per hour
• Vacation, and Flexible Time Off
• Matching 5% 401K with Roth option
• Medical, Dental, Vision and other auxiliary benefit options
• Company paid Life Insurance and optional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Development training and opportunities for growth
• Paid Holidays