Laboratory Technician

Killian Latex Inc; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Killian Latex Inc. is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial operations in a family-owned business. The role involves overseeing financial leadership in manufacturing and professional services. The ideal candidate will have a commitment to excellence and a background in finance.

Benefits

Competitive Wages

Medical Insurance Coverage at 75%

401(k) Plan with Company Matching

Accrual-based Vacation

Qualifications

• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluating prepared compounds for compliance.
• Perform liquid physical tests for quality assurance.
• Communicate data and information clearly.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organization

Effective Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Director of Finance at Killian Latex Inc.

Combine your financial leadership experience across manufacturing and professional services with a lifelong commitment to excellence. Killian Latex Inc., family-owned and operated, has been providing custom latex compounds and superior dipped goods for over 50 years from Akron, Ohio. Our technology is exclusively water-based, with no volatile organic solvents.

About The Role

As a Lab Tech, you will work with our chemists to process samples, perform tests, and record results. Attention to detail, organization, and effective communication are essential. Prior lab experience is preferred but not required; comprehensive training will be provided.

Full-Time | Monday – Friday | 7:00am – 3:30pm | 90-day trial period

What You’ll Do

• Assist in evaluating prepared compounds for compliance and prepare certificates of analysis.
• Perform liquid physical tests such as total solids, pH, swollen diameter, etc., for quality assurance.
• Calibrate and develop working knowledge of routine test equipment.
• Conduct film physical tests including tensile, V-tear, permanent set, and durometer.
• Utilize computer-based technology effectively.
• Communicate data and information clearly to team members.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform basic math.
• Legible handwriting.
• Adaptability to a fast-learning, entrepreneurial environment with a strong team spirit.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Medical insurance coverage at 75%.
• 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Accrual-based vacation.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Research, Analysis, and Information Technology

Industry: Medical Equipment Manufacturing