Rubber Lab Technician: Quality Testing & Compounding

Press-Seal-Corporatio; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Press-Seal-Corporatio is seeking a Rubber Lab Technician to assist the Lead Rubber Lab Technician in sample prep and quality testing of rubber materials and parts. You will work with mixed, extruded, and molded components to ensure they meet specifications and to support development trials.

The role requires accurate data recording, documentation, and collaboration with production, engineering, and technical teams, with adherence to safety standards and OSHA guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• MS Office and lab-related software proficiency.
• Strong basic math skills.
• Ability to read ASTM and similar standards.
• Mechanical aptitude with analytical thinking.
• Excellent attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily testing of rubber samples (mixed, extruded, molded).
• Prepare rubber compounds for molding and testing.
• Enter test results into Lab System and development spreadsheets.
• Communicate results and release material for production.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and technical teams on trial materials.
• Complete all documentation and customer certifications accur.
• Perform material release duties per lab approvals.
• Maintain a clean, safe, OSHA-compliant work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Office

Math skills

Analytical thinking

Scientific method

Observations

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lab software

Job description

Press-Seal-Corporatio is seeking a Rubber Lab Technician to assist the Lead Rubber Lab Technician in sample prep and quality testing of rubber materials and parts. You will work with mixed, extruded, and molded components to ensure they meet specifications and to support development trials.

The role requires accurate data recording, documentation, and collaboration with production, engineering, and technical teams, with adherence to safety standards and OSHA guidelines.