Rubber Lab Technician

Press-Seal Corporation; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Press-Seal Corporation in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a Rubber Lab Technician to assist the Lead Rubber Lab Technician in sample prep and quality testing of rubber materials and parts. You will ensure materials meet internal and customer specs by collecting, recording, and reporting test data.

You’ll collaborate with production, engineering, and technical teams to support compound development, trial evaluations, and maintain compliance with quality standards, OSHA safety guidelines, and proper

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Prior rubber lab or rubber industry experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and lab software.
• Ability to read and interpret ASTM or similar standards.
• Strong math and analytical thinking skills.
• Excellent attendance record and reliability.
• Ability to create and test hypotheses and apply the scientific method.
• Strong communication of observations and test results.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily testing of mixed, extruded, and molded rubber samples.
• Prepare rubber compounds for molding and testing.
• Enter test results promptly into Lab System and development spreadsheets.
• Communicate results and release material for production based on testing outcomes.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and technical teams to test trial materials and report findings.
• Complete all documentation and entries, including customer-specific certifications.
• Perform material release duties regarding hold tag pulling upon lab approvals.
• Maintain a clean, safe, organized work environment per OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Lab software

Math skills

Analytical thinking

ASTM standards

Attendance

Hypothesis testing

Scientific method

Communication of results

Situational awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Rubber industry experience (plus)

Tools

Tensometer

Rubber sample cutters

Ovens

Calipers

Snap gauges

Scales

Moving Die Rheometer (MDR)

Mooney Viscometer

Job description

Shift: 10:00am - 6:00pm The Rubber Lab Technician is responsible for working in conjunction with and assisting the Lead Rubber Lab Technician in performing sample prep and quality testing of rubber materials and parts, including mixed, extruded, and molded components. This role ensures materials meet internal and customer specifications by accurately collecting, recording, and reporting test data. The technician works closely with the production, engineering, and technical teams to support compound development, trial evaluations and maintain compliance with quality standards.

• Conduct daily testing of mixed, extruded, and molded rubber samples.
• Prepare rubber compounds for molding and testing.
• Enter test results accurately and promptly into the Lab System database and development spreadsheets.
• Communicate results and release material for production based on testing outcomes.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and technical teams to test trial materials and report findings.
• Complete all documentation and computer entries accurately, including customer-specific product certifications.
• Perform material release duties regarding hold tag pulling upon lab approvals.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Description

Rubber Lab Technician

Position Summary

Shift: 10:00am - 6:00pm The Rubber Lab Technician is responsible for working in conjunction with and assisting the Lead Rubber Lab Technician in performing sample prep and quality testing of rubber materials and parts, including mixed, extruded, and molded components. This role ensures materials meet internal and customer specifications by accurately collecting, recording, and reporting test data. The technician works closely with the production, engineering, and technical teams to support compound development, trial evaluations and maintain compliance with quality standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct daily testing of mixed, extruded, and molded rubber samples.
• Prepare rubber compounds for molding and testing.
• Enter test results accurately and promptly into the Lab System database and development spreadsheets.
• Communicate results and release material for production based on testing outcomes.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and technical teams to test trial materials and report findings.Complete all documentation and computer entries accurately, including customer-specific product certifications.
• Perform material release duties regarding hold tag pulling upon lab approvals.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Equipment Utilized (with Supervision)

• Tensometer
• Rubber sample cutters
• Ovens
• Calipers, snap gauges, scales
• Moving Die Rheometer (MDR)
• Mooney Viscometer

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other lab-related software
• Strong basic math skills
• Mechanical aptitude with analytical thinking skills
• Ability to read and interpret ASTM and similar technical standards
• Consistent and exemplary attendance record
• Ability to create and test a hypothesis
• Mastery of basic scientific method
• Ability to communicate observations about the test and test results
• High level of awareness - e.g. Potential differences in test samples, surface condition, variation in test values, etc.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Prior laboratory or rubber industry experience is a plus (not required)

Work Environment

This position operates in a laboratory and manufacturing environment. Proper PPE and adherence to safety protocols are mandatory. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.