Research Technician

Novipax Buyer, LLC; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in absorbent solutions is seeking a Research Associate to join their Corporate Research and Development team in El Paso. This role is pivotal in supporting new and existing products through trials and research, ensuring quality and performance. You'll collaborate across multiple departments, gaining valuable experience while contributing to meaningful projects that protect fresh food and healthcare professionals. If you're a proactive self-starter with a passion for science and research, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for career development

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or related field is required.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support and oversee trials for new and existing products.
• Prepare technical reports and analyze manufacturing data.
• Maintain records of testing and results for various materials.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Laboratory Skills

Research Skills

Data Interpretation

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or related field

Tools

Adobe

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Novipax El Paso, El Paso, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6:00 AM

Headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois, with plants strategically located across the USA, Novipax is safeguarding the future by partnering with fresh protein and produce processors, grocery retailers, foodservice providers, packaging distributors, and healthcare providers to deliver absorbent solutions that protect packaged fresh food and healthcare professionals and patients. Novipax manufactures a suite of category-leading absorbents, including Dri-Loc, Pad-Loc, Multi-Loc and Prep Pads, and the revolutionary active absorbents Dri-Loc XtendaPak and UltraZap XtendaPak.

We believe in Protecting the Things That Matter Most. This is a workplace where your team members have your back—and are pulling for you to succeed. Where family comes first and community counts. If there’s one thing that defines the Novipax team, it’s that we win together.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Novipax is seeking a Research Associate to join the Corporate Research and Development team. This position, located at the El Paso, Texas manufacturing site, will provide support to new and existing products through trials, research and development of materials, products, and new market endeavors. This position will play a crucial role in ensuring the quality, performance, and efficacy of our products. This position involves collaborative work across multiple departmental teams including Operations, Engineering, R&D, Supply Chain, New Business Development, and Sales. This collaborative environment will allow you to expand your knowledge and skills while making meaningful contributions to our organization and our customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

1. Support, oversee, and report on trials for new and existing products. Collect data and provide feedback relating to raw materials, quality, specifications, Build of Materials (BOMs) and inline process ability.
2. Prepare technical reports, formulate and analyze manufacturing data.
3. Support updates to BOMs at all sites relating to raw materials and labor requirements.
4. Capable of creating and/or updating Excel formulations and templates as needed for R&D calculations, formatting, and design.
5. Maintain general cleanliness and organization of the laboratory.
6. Follow and execute protocols and procedures for analyzing new and existing products and materials.
7. Assist in construction of new products through material testing, small batch prototyping, and other R&D problem solving.
8. Maintain meticulous records of testing and results for various materials and products.
9. Occasionally carry out experimental designs for sponsored research projects under supervision.
10. Record and compile accurate records and communicate summaries of experimental results.
11. Assist with the evaluation, interpretation and assessment of experimental data.
12. Participate in meetings with the cross functional teams to evaluate/interpret data validity and next steps, as needed.

Experience and Competencies:

1. Bachelor’s degree in science or other related field required.
2. High proficiency in Microsoft Excel: formatting, coding, data interpretation, graphs, and formulations.
3. Self-starter who is proactive and can work independently.
4. Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining focus on departmental priorities.
5. Good laboratory and research skills.
6. Competent in computer applications including but not limited to Adobe, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
7. Ability to travel domestically, up to 10% of time.

Novipax is successful because of the diversity of our talented Crew. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider and embrace individuals and what makes them, them. We believe our employees should be happy and healthy, with peace of mind and a sense of fulfillment. We provide our employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, opportunities for career development, and a balance. We encourage all individuals to apply for positions that fit their passions.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Novipax El Paso, El Paso, Texas, United States of America