Laboratory Technician: Polymer Testing & Pilot Trials

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH; Chardon (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Work-life & Flexibility

Training & Development

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH in Chardon seeks a Laboratory Specialist to execute experiments, evaluate products, prepare samples, and conduct standard tests under supervision. You will maintain documentation, summarize results, and report findings while supporting customer requests and technology transfer activities.

The role requires a BS in a technical field and 3–5 years lab experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills.

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; familiarity with lab software and data capture tools.
• Strong written and oral communication skills to support customer interactions under supervision.
• Interpersonal, teamwork and organizational skills; ability to work independently on multiple projects.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, ISO 9001, safety and continuous improvement practices is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory experiments, product evaluations, and standardized test methods.
• Mix and test products designed by Application Technology team; prepare samples, prototypes, and trial batches.
• Maintain accurate documentation, summarize lab results, and report findings under supervision.
• Conduct physical testing to support customer requests, AD Manager programs, and product troubleshooting.
• Support creation and upkeep of test methods, TDS, SDS, ISO documents for the lab.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory equipment; ensure accuracy, safety, and productivity.

Education

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

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation software

IT systems & data capture tools

Job description

LANXESS Deutschland GmbH in Chardon seeks a Laboratory Specialist to execute experiments, evaluate products, prepare samples, and conduct standard tests under supervision. You will maintain documentation, summarize results, and report findings while supporting customer requests and technology transfer activities.

The role requires a BS in a technical field and 3–5 years lab experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills.