Pilot Lab Technician

Kids for the Future; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Daramic is seeking a Pilot Lab Technician in Owensboro, KY to support product development in a pilot lab environment. The role operates pilot plant equipment, prepares samples, records test data, and collaborates with R&D, lab, and engineering teams to maintain safety, quality, and process consistency.

Ideal candidates will have 1–3 years of experience in operations, product development, or analytical laboratory work, with an associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical or chemistry-related

Qualifications

• Associates or BS degree preferred in technical or chemistry-related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in operations, product development and/or analytical laboratory work with demonstrated project experience.

Responsibilities

• Operates and sets up pilot plant equipment and lab instruments.
• Measures and records process conditions and test results.
• Collaborates with R&D, lab and engineering teams to understand testing requirements.
• Ensures area safety, quality and on-time delivery of pilot results.
• Assists with receiving raw materials or packaging and prepares shipments to meet customer orders.

Skills

GLP familiarity

On-the-job training

Education

Associates or BS degree preferred (technical/chemistry)

Job description

• Location 5525 Hwy 2830,Owensboro, KY, 42303,United States
• Employee Type Full Time Non-Exempt

Description

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to the Raw Material Chemist & Pilot Lab Supervisor

ABOUT THE ROLE

Technician develops nonwoven products in the pilot plant. Technicians operate and utilize pilot equipment for sample creation. Technicians work closely with other R&D team members to maintain process quality and safety.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• General familiarity with GLP’s.
• On the job training job performed

EXPECTATIONS

• Conducts work in DTC pilot plant facilities. Work involves measuring and mixing of chemicals, and set-up and operation of pilot plant equipment and lab instruments.
• Data entry required for process conditions and test results.
• Position works as part of a team on technical assignments and conducting product development projects. Often works along with another operator on pilot machinery.
• Responsible for area safety, quality, and delivery.
• Requires collaboration with other DTC labs and may require some interaction with vendors. Execution of pilot plant work and coordination with test lab to meet project needs. Confers with development & process engineers and plant personnel as needed to understand the purpose, problems and testing requirements relating to new raw materials, test plans and specifications.
• May be required to assist with receiving raw materials or packaging and preparing to ship goods to meet customer orders.
• Participates in the operation and set-up of pilot plant equipment.
• Connects valves, pumps, hydraulic, mechanical or electrical controls, cabling, tubing, power source, and indicating instruments.
• Activates controls to apply electrical, hydraulic pneumatic, or mechanical power
• Monitors control settings and instruments, and records test data for engineer’s use.
• Operates lab equipment and instruments within the particular laboratory involved. May perform individual tests or designed experiments and record data necessary for analysis.
• Examines separator products for conformance with product specification,
• Operates precision analytical measuring instruments and systems.
• May recommend changes in test methods or equipment for engineering review.
• Prepares reports on projects and testing conducted for internal distribution.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Pilot plant setting that would require working in a pilot lab environment. Work will require standing and walking for up to 75% of the time. Lighting and temperature is adequate. Exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount to force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Education: Associates Degree or BS Degree preferred in technical or chemistry related field

Professional experience: 1-3 years of experience in operations, product development and/or analytical laboratory work with demonstrated experience in project work and assisting others in successful project completion.

Summary

Daramic is seeking a Pilot Lab Technician in Owensboro, KY to support product development in a pilot lab environment. This role operates pilot plant equipment, prepares samples, records test data, and works closely with R&D, lab, and engineering teams to maintain safety, quality, and process consistency. Ideal candidates will have 1–3 years of experience in operations, product development, or analytical laboratory work, with an associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical or chemistry-related field preferred.