R&D Lab Technician II: Materials Testing & Analysis

EmergencyMD; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Mactac is seeking a Research & Development Lab Technician in Scranton, PA to perform testing assignments and summarize data. You will work with standard lab methods, troubleshoot equipment, and support process improvement through designed experiments.

The role requires a High School Diploma or better, with a 4-year degree preferred in Math/Chemistry, and 3–7 years of lab experience. Travel up to 15% and ability to lift up to 50 pounds are expected; strong communication and PC skills are

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• Four year degree preferred with emphasis on Math and Chemistry highly desirable.
• Verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with all levels of personnel within Mactac.
• Working knowledge of Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Math skills with emphasis on statistical interpretation of data.
• Ability to work independently.
• 3–7 years of lab experience in related fields.
• Valid driver''s license.
• Legal authorization to work in the US.

Responsibilities

• Conducts standard laboratory and industry tests to determine nature and physical properties of various raw materials, compounds, and coated products.
• Utilizes laboratory test equipment and methods, records test results, and prepares reports for further interpretation by R&D personnel.
• Fabricates laboratory samples for R&D personnel or customers using standard or experimentally prepared compounds.
• Coordinates testing with customers and vendors on relevant PS test methods in the lab.
• Occasionally assists in oversight of plant trial runs with R&D personnel.
• Assists process and product improvement through designed experiments and statistical techniques.
• Maintains clean equipment and work area and follows Laboratory Chemical Hygiene plan.
• Reports on experimental results to internal personnel.
• Works primarily on assigned shift; may work alternate shifts as needed.
• Performs other duties as needed and assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office

Statistical analysis

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

Bachelors degree in Math/Chemistry

Tools

Rheometer

Lab coaters

Lab mixers

UV curing units

Adhesion testers

Shear testers

Job description

Mactac is seeking a Research & Development Lab Technician in Scranton, PA to perform testing assignments and summarize data. You will work with standard lab methods, troubleshoot equipment, and support process improvement through designed experiments.

The role requires a High School Diploma or better, with a 4-year degree preferred in Math/Chemistry, and 3–7 years of lab experience. Travel up to 15% and ability to lift up to 50 pounds are expected; strong communication and PC skills are