Research & Development Technician

Nelson Brothers Specialty Chemicals, LLC; Standard (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Brothers Specialty Chemicals, LLC in Alabama seeks a Lab Technician to support synthesis and R&D projects. You will maintain lab records, assist with reactions using incoming materials, and run analytical tests to refine results.

You'll also ensure hazardous materials are stored properly, maintain equipment and cleanliness, and keep samples and emulsions up to standard under guidance from the Technology Manager. Safety is a shared priority.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Chemistry required.
• Excellent time management and ability to multitask.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office products.

Responsibilities

• Synthesis of products for R&D project support.
• Maintaining reports for Lab Reactions.
• Maintains 6 month report for later reference.
• Works on lab reactions with all new incoming raw materials and in process reactions.
• Runs analytical testing to vary results from lab reactions.
• Runs baseline tests such as paint shaker and freeze thaw testing to qualify test emulsions or new products.
• Records and properly stores hazardous chemicals used daily to be sent to waste facilities.
• Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Maintains lab cleanliness.
• Recycles all materials from lab samples.
• Ensures lab is supplied with sample jars, chemicals, cleaning agents, and other materials necessary for lab work.
• Makes notations and records for all data derived from test projects.
• Prepares Lab emulsions with direction from Technology Manager.
• Responsible for the Safety of self and others.
• Performs any other tasks as deemed necessary by the Technology Manager.
• Operates following equipment: Cross-trained on all equipment in the Lab.
• Operates Parr Reactors and Glass Kettles.

Skills

Time management

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Responsibilities:Synthesis of products for R&D project support.Maintaining reports for Lab Reactions.Maintains 6 month report for later reference.Works on lab reactions done with all new incoming raw materials and in process reactions.Runs analytical testing to vary results from lab reactions.Runs baseline test such as paint shaker and freeze thaw testing to qualify test emulsions or new products.Records and properly stores hazardous chemicals used daily to be sent to waste facilities.Responsible for upkeep and maintenance of lab equipment.Maintains lab cleanliness.Recycles all materials from lab samples.Ensures lab is supplied with sample jars, chemicals, cleaning agents, and other materials necessary for lab work.Makes notations and records for all data derived from test projects.Prepares Lab emulsions with direction from Technology Manager.Responsible for the Safety of self and others.Performs any other tasks as deemed necessary by the Technology Manager.Operates following equipment:Cross-trained on all equipment in the Lab.Operates Parr Reactors and Glass Kettles.Minimum Qualifications:Associates Degree in ChemistryExcellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize workAttention to detailExcellent written and verbal skillsProficiency in MS Office products