R&D Technician: Extrusion & Materials Testing

UFP Industries; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company located in Selma, Alabama is seeking an experienced Research Technician to support its R&D Team. The successful candidate will work closely with the R&D staff to accelerate product development and introduction while performing various tests on materials. Key responsibilities include conducting non-destructive testing, improving processes, and presenting findings to the team. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience or a degree in a related field, along with strong analytical skills and mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience or a degree in a related field.
• Excellent mechanical and analytical aptitude.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and report data.

Responsibilities

• Assist in expanding non-destructive testing capabilities.
• Conduct testing on product properties.
• Develop an understanding of equipment and processes.
• Conduct experiments to improve materials and processes.
• Present results to R&D and technical functions.

Skills

Extrusion experience

Testing knowledge

Analytical skills

Mechanical aptitude

Proactive communication

Education

Associate/Bachelor degree in engineering, applied or physical sciences

Tools

Polymer processing equipment

Testing equipment

Job description

A manufacturing company located in Selma, Alabama is seeking an experienced Research Technician to support its R&D Team. The successful candidate will work closely with the R&D staff to accelerate product development and introduction while performing various tests on materials. Key responsibilities include conducting non-destructive testing, improving processes, and presenting findings to the team. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of experience or a degree in a related field, along with strong analytical skills and mechanical aptitude.