R&D Lab Technician - Advanced Electronics Materials

8974 DuPont Specialty Products USA, LLC (DO NOT USE); United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Qnity is seeking a hands-on technician to support R&D activities around Kalrez elastomer products. You will prepare compounds, assist with molding, extrusion, and testing, and perform rheology and other lab tests while contributing to data generation and reporting.

Qualifications include a mechanical background, rubber processing knowledge, and experience with lathe/milling equipment. Candidates must be able to stand all day and lift up to 50 lbs, with basic English skills required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Mechanical background with knowledge of rubber processing.
• Experience with numerical lathe and milling equipment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude; able to troubleshoot basic equipment.
• Ability to follow written instructions and maintain logs.
• Flexible, adaptable, dependable and reliable.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Able to stand 8 hours and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety requirements when operating high-hazard equipment.
• Support R&D activities related to Kalrez elastomer products.
• Prepare compounds and assist with molding, extrusion, and testing.
• Perform rheology and other laboratory testing as required.
• Assist with technical drawings and test programming when needed.
• Support and improve processing techniques to expand Kalrez parts offerings.
• Generate data to support development and promotion of Kalrez parts.
• Prepare comprehensive test reports and analyze results.
• Evaluate new materials, ingredients, and processing methods to improve manufacturing processes.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of mechanical equipment.
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment and adhere to area standards.

Skills

Mechanical background

Rubber processing

Lathe & milling equipment

Mechanical troubleshooting

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Basic English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lathe equipment

Milling equipment

Job description

Qnity is seeking a hands-on technician to support R&D activities around Kalrez elastomer products. You will prepare compounds, assist with molding, extrusion, and testing, and perform rheology and other lab tests while contributing to data generation and reporting.

Qualifications include a mechanical background, rubber processing knowledge, and experience with lathe/milling equipment. Candidates must be able to stand all day and lift up to 50 lbs, with basic English skills required.