Packaging Lab Technician – QC & R&D Testing

Mauser Corp.; East Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Mauser Packaging Solutions in East Brunswick, NJ, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support UN/DOT packaging tests on drums and IBCs in the quality and R&D lab. You will set up tests, enter results, and maintain the lab while assisting R&D and QC projects.

Required are an associate degree in engineering/material science (0–3 years), plastics testing experience, and proficiency with MS Office. You will work with a diverse team to ensure accurate test results and safe lab practices.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in engineering/material science with 0-3 years of experience.
• Experience with plastics (HDPE) testing (meltflow, density).
• Use and understanding of precision measuring instruments and gauges, specifications, charts and diagrams.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Project oriented requiring minimal supervision, proactive and adaptable.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English.
• Able to read test methods, measuring devices, product specifications and test procedures.
• Excellent organizational and collaboration skills.
• Must be able to stand, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel and/or crouch for extended periods.
• Good hand/eye coordination and motor skills.
• Ability to distinguish color shades.
• Must be able to use drum and IBC handling equipment for both full and empty packagings
• Must be able and willing to learn how to operate a forklift
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform UN/DOT tests on drums and IBCs including drop, hydrostatic, leakproofness, stack, vibration, and QC testing.
• QC analytical testing of resin using instruments such as Melt Index Tester, Instron Tensile Tester, and Hot Press.
• Record UN test results and forward to lab management.
• Collaborate with Technical Associates and plant personnel on engineering, R&D and QC projects.
• Interact with plant personnel on customer developmental projects and QC investigations.
• Attend weekly lab meetings and provide updates on testing activities and safety.
• Periodically calibrate lab equipment with master gages and devices.
• Perform general light-duty maintenance.

Skills

Plastics testing

MS Office

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Physical ability 50 lbs

Education

Associate’s degree in engineering/material science

Tools

Melt Index Tester

Instron Tensile Tester

Hot Press

Master gages

Job description

Mauser Packaging Solutions in East Brunswick, NJ, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support UN/DOT packaging tests on drums and IBCs in the quality and R&D lab. You will set up tests, enter results, and maintain the lab while assisting R&D and QC projects.

Required are an associate degree in engineering/material science (0–3 years), plastics testing experience, and proficiency with MS Office. You will work with a diverse team to ensure accurate test results and safe lab practices.