Analytical Technician

Job Description:

This position works closely with research scientists, TS&D specialists, and engineers to provide analytical, material characterization, and laboratory testing support for polyurethane (PU) research, product development, troubleshooting, and commercialization activities.

Key Responsibilities

- Perform and support analytical, physical, and mechanical testing of polyurethane materials, including foam, elastomers, adhesives, coatings, and related products.

- Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate laboratory testing equipment and analytical instrumentation while ensuring accurate data collection and documentation.

- Collaborate closely with scientists, engineers, and TS&D personnel to investigate customer issues, support product evaluations, and generate data for technical recommendations.

- Accurately record test results, observations, and laboratory activities using appropriate data management systems and laboratory procedures. Communicate equipment, testing, or project-related issues promptly to laboratory leaders and project teams.

- Demonstrate a strong understanding of laboratory safety practices and actively participate in Management of Change processes when introducing new equipment, methods, or tasks.

- Participate in work group meetings focused on safety, continuous improvement, problem solving, operational excellence, and laboratory effectiveness.

- Serve as a role model for laboratory safety, housekeeping, quality standards, and proper laboratory practices.

Preferred Technical Background

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are strongly preferred:

- Polyurethane, polymer, material science, chemistry, or related laboratory experience;
- Mechanical and physical property testing, including tensile, compression, tear, hardness, resiliency, and density measurements;
- Thermal and rheological characterization techniques such as GPC, DSC, DMA, TGA, FTIR, and rheometry
- Chemical analysis and quality testing such as titration, viscosity, moisture, pH, and related analytical methods
- Experience operating and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, test instruments, and data acquisition systems
- Sample preparation, test method execution, data analysis, and report generation
- Knowledge of ASTM, ISO, or other standardized test methods

Additional Expectations

- The employee will attend monthly safety meetings, participate on safety committees, and comply with applicable quality and laboratory standards.
- Responsibilities include accurate data entry, inventory management, waste handling requirements, equipment maintenance, and support of research projects.
- Strong safety mindset and commitment to safe work practices
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to work independently after training while collaborating effectively within a team environment
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Mechanical aptitude and hands-on laboratory skills
- Strong attention to detail and data integrity
- Ability to learn new testing methods and instrumentation quickly
- Excellent housekeeping and laboratory organization skills

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline, with experience operating analytical and physical testing equipment in an industrial, research, or quality laboratory environment are preferred.

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