Technician

Vibrantz Technologies Inc.; King of Prussia (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of specialty chemicals is seeking an R&D Technician in King of Prussia, PA. The role involves assisting engineers in product development, performing laboratory tests, and managing R&D inventory. Candidates should have an associate degree in Chemistry or Physics and relevant laboratory experience. Join a vibrant company committed to innovation and safety.

Qualifications

• Associates degree with 2 years of college-level Chemistry and/or Physics preferred.
• 4+ years’ experience as a laboratory technician in electronic materials or related industry.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory work involving development and scale-up of processes for electronic packaging products.
• Batch formulas, perform tests, create records, and communicate results.
• Maintain good housekeeping, organization, and safety in labs.

Skills

Technical skills

Decision-making skills

Communication

Data gathering

Education

Associates degree in Chemistry and/or Physics

4+ years’ experience as a laboratory technician

Tools

Specialty equipment

Statistical tools

SAP

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About Vibrantz Technologies

Vibrantz Technologies (“Vibrantz” or “Company”) is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance and vibrancy to life. Our employees, products, and customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose. Serving customers worldwide, our innovations are trusted in advanced materials, color solutions, and performance coatings to enhance the hue, functionality, safety, and environmental footprint of everyday consumer products. Our expertise in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science, and color technology enables benefits like durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy-efficient roof tiles and bricks, decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 60 manufacturing facilities and sales offices across six continents, employing roughly 4,000 people. We foster a culture rooted in six core values: safety, our people, customers, excellence, environmental stewardship, and integrity. We aim to create a workplace engaging employees’ heads, hands, and hearts.

Summary/General Job Description

Assist Engineers/Scientists in product development and new processes to meet market needs. Responsibilities include producing samples, testing, and characterization with minimal guidance.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Perform laboratory work involving development and scale-up of processes for electronic packaging products.
2. Batch formulas, process into products, perform tests, create records, communicate results, and perform fixes.
3. Operate manufacturing equipment and test instruments proficiently.
4. Understand the KOP documentation trail, including shop orders, raw materials, lot numbering, specifications, tagging, Certificates of Analysis, and shipping.
5. Familiarize with KOP ISO procedures and adhere to them.
6. Follow R&D Stage and Gate process, update databases, and maintain lab notebooks (electronic and paper).
7. Manage R&D inventory and dispose of old documents properly.
8. Maintain good housekeeping, organization, and safety in labs, using safety labels appropriately.
9. Participate in customer/vendor interface and attend technical conferences as needed.
10. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Associates degree with 2 years of college-level Chemistry and/or Physics preferred, or 4+ years’ experience as a laboratory technician in electronic materials or related industry. Knowledge of laboratory safety practices. Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Travel Requirements

Travel is generally not expected but may be required to visit customers or attend technical conferences.

Competencies/Job Skills

• Knowledge of duties, products, and current practices.
• Technical skills, including operation of specialty equipment and test methods; screen printing and 3-roll milling skills are preferred.
• Sense of urgency in prioritizing work and meeting deadlines.
• Decision-making skills, data gathering, and communication; experience with statistical tools is preferred.
• Computer skills, including data compilation, summaries, and SAP usage.

Physical Demands

Must be in good physical condition, able to lift up to 20 lbs, stand and walk in labs for up to 8 hours, and have good hearing and vision. Able to give verbal reports and presentations.

Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements

Maintain compliance with all relevant EHS regulations and standards at all times.

Training Requirements

General Training

• Safety Training
• Quality Policy
• Documentation Control
• Basic Computer Training

Job Specific Training

Training related to your assigned product group, such as Binders/Tapes, Conductors, Dielectrics/Glasses, Electrodes & Terminations, LTCC/Microwave, HTCC/Auto sensor, Resistors.

Location

King of Prussia, PA

Additional Information

Vibrantz is committed to privacy and equal employment opportunity. We prohibit discrimination based on protected characteristics and adhere to all applicable laws.