Laboratory Technician

LANXESS; Chardon (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Work-life balance

Training & development

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

You will perform polymer-related weighing, mixing and testing, assist with lab method creation and regulatory documentation, and help ensure safe, compliant operations in the plant lab environment.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or related technical field.
• 3–5 years of experience in a lab environment.
• Hands-on capability with polymer weighing, mixing, compounding and testing equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for customer interactions.
• Demonstrated teamwork and ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, ISO 9001, safety and continuous improvement practices is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory experiments, product evaluations, application testing and standardized test methods.
• Mix and test products designed by Application Technology team, including samples and prototypes.
• Maintain accurate documentation of test procedures and summarize lab results.
• Conduct physical testing to support customer requests and product troubleshooting.
• Support Wood Fiber product testing and assist Chardon plant chemist as needed.
• Create and maintain test methods, SDS, ISO documents and other technical files.

Skills

Polymer lab techniques

Strong communication

Teamwork & organization

Documentation & data reporting

Education

BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science or related field

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation software

Job description

Laboratory Operations & Technical Testing

• Execute laboratory experiments, product evaluations, application testing, and standardized test methods
• Mix and test products designed by the Application Technology team, including sample preparation, prototypes, trial batches, and customer-specific formulations
• Maintain accurate documentation of all test procedures, summarize lab results, and report experimental findings under supervision
• Conduct physical testing to support customer requests, AD Manager programs, and product troubleshooting activities
• Perform quality testing for Wood Fiber products and support Chardon plant chemist as needed
• Assist with creation and upkeep of test methods, TDS, SDS, ISO documents, and technical documents for the Application Technology Laboratory under supervision

Product Development & AD Support

• Conduct lab and pilot-scale trials for development programs Support AD Managers with lab work and documentation Assist in technology transfer activities Support global AD projects for the NORAM region Provide raw material evaluation and support

Plant Trials & Manufacturing Collaboration

• Support pilot, production, and customer plant trials Prepare materials, collect trial data, and coordinate with production Document trial outcomes and provide insights

Internal Collaboration & Technical Communication

• Work closely with the Head of Applications – Americas to prioritize work and align laboratory activities with regional technical needs Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, R&D, Manufacturing, and Quality Support and participate in internal technical, safety, quality, and process training programs Generate technical reports and communicate laboratory findings clearly, both orally and in writing

Quality, Regulatory, HSE & Compliance

• Maintain safe, productive, and environmentally acceptable working conditions in the laboratory area Adhere to all plant and laboratory safety rules, policies, standard operating procedures, and HSE requirements Conduct quality testing for raw materials and product consistency Maintain compliance with regulatory, ISO, documentation, and laboratory standards

Equipment, Inventory & Lab Maintenance

• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment, instrumentation software, and related systems in good working order Recommend and help implement improvements to maintain standards of accuracy, reliability, safety, and productivity Manage lab consumables and inventory Maintain an organized, audited lab environment

Experience / Skills

• Minimum of a BS in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or a related technical field
• 3-5 years of experience in a lab environment
• Hands‑on technical capability with polymer‑related weighing, mixing, compounding, and testing equipment, supported by familiarity with laboratory instrumentation software, IT systems, and data capture tools used for testing and reporting
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to support outside customer interactions under supervision
• Demonstrated interpersonal, teamwork, and organizational skills with the ability to work independently while supporting multiple concurrent projects
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, ISO 9001, safety, quality, and continuous improvement practices is desired

Location Chardon

Employee Type Regular

Who We Are

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with about 12,000 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best‑in‑Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability.

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What We Offer

• Compensation We offer competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program.
• Comprehensive Benefits We provide a variety of benefits to support your financial security, health and wellbeing including retirement plans, health programs, life insurance and medical care.
• Work-Life & Flexibility We support you in maintaining a balance between working hours and personal life. With our global “Xwork” program, we offer flexible working arrangements in all countries in which we operate.
• Training & Development We are committed to your professional and personal development and encourage you in the ongoing pursuit of education, training and knowledge through both formal and informal learning.
• Diversity LANXESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religion, national origin, veteran status and political beliefs.

LANXESS has a value-based performance culture. We are seeking a range of human interests, backgrounds, and experiences that can be engaged to achieve respect, ownership, trust, professionalism, integrity and healing across all sectors.

We are looking to find diverse and talented people to join our team. Studies have shown that some individuals are less likely to apply if they do not meet 100% of the criteria. We are looking to equalize the gap! If you are excited about this role but your past experiences do not align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We will look to assess your talent against our competencies, values and requirements to get the best organizational fit. You might be the right candidate for this or other roles we have available!

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