Laboratory Technician - Lancesoft
Tallmadge, OH
About the Job
JOB DESCRIPTION
Shift: 30 hours a week, 6 hours per day - Monday through Friday (8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates a Commitment to Safety (10%)
Ensures rigorous compliance to standard safety procedures and *** corporate policies
Participates in monthly safety meetings and TC safety audits
Authors SOPs and JHAs for new method development and implementation
Completes all required safety training
Ensures safety procedures exist for all current and new equipment used in the lab
Leads and innovates laboratory safety initiatives
Executes Materials Testing in Accordance with Industry Standards (75%)
Understands testing protocols and conducts testing per ASTM, ISO or other laboratory test methods
Converts testable sample from supplied material using power tools such as band saw or water-jet cutter
Utilizes the lab LIMS process and software to manage tasks for efficient operation of lab.
Familiar with calibration, operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment and related data gathering techniques.
Follows detailed procedures and performs testing; communicates findings to innovation partners via LIMS
Provides repeatable and reproducible test results using the correct methodology and process
Represents industry events (ASTM and CAN-ULC annual meetings) and keeps abreast of changes to codes and standards as they pertain to the use of XPS foam insulation.
Technology Growth (15%)
Supports development & implementation of characterization techniques/methods to expedite testing needs of our FOAMULAR business.
Applies technical knowledge to develop new test methods to evaluate materials quickly in support of product development programs when required.
Participates in sharing and learning best practices among network labs and incorporates lab learnings.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications:
3-5 years of laboratory experience
Associate’s degree in science, engineering or similar field
Travel: N/A
Experience:
Hands-on aptitude and flexibility to work in service organization supporting changing needs of innovation partners, ability to prioritize the top business needs.
Proficiency employing typical productivity software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) is required.
Experience working with spreadsheets
Working knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) preferred.
Experience working with SAP is preferred not required.
Experience writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Job Hazard Assessments (JHAs) is preferred not required.
Ability to pay attention to details and sometimes perform repetitive work
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Solid communication and analytical skills
Strong interpersonal skills & ability to work effectively in a global organization
Creative mindset – willing to try new ways of doing things to improve effectiveness
Team-oriented – works effectively with lab peers, pilot-line team, other R&D colleagues and customers
Self-starter – requires minimal supervision, plans work and balances multiple assignments
Excellent organization and attention to detail
Shift: 30 hours a week, 6 hours per day - Monday through Friday (8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates a Commitment to Safety (10%)
Ensures rigorous compliance to standard safety procedures and *** corporate policies
Participates in monthly safety meetings and TC safety audits
Authors SOPs and JHAs for new method development and implementation
Completes all required safety training
Ensures safety procedures exist for all current and new equipment used in the lab
Leads and innovates laboratory safety initiatives
Executes Materials Testing in Accordance with Industry Standards (75%)
Understands testing protocols and conducts testing per ASTM, ISO or other laboratory test methods
Converts testable sample from supplied material using power tools such as band saw or water-jet cutter
Utilizes the lab LIMS process and software to manage tasks for efficient operation of lab.
Familiar with calibration, operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment and related data gathering techniques.
Follows detailed procedures and performs testing; communicates findings to innovation partners via LIMS
Provides repeatable and reproducible test results using the correct methodology and process
Represents industry events (ASTM and CAN-ULC annual meetings) and keeps abreast of changes to codes and standards as they pertain to the use of XPS foam insulation.
Technology Growth (15%)
Supports development & implementation of characterization techniques/methods to expedite testing needs of our FOAMULAR business.
Applies technical knowledge to develop new test methods to evaluate materials quickly in support of product development programs when required.
Participates in sharing and learning best practices among network labs and incorporates lab learnings.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications:
3-5 years of laboratory experience
Associate’s degree in science, engineering or similar field
Travel: N/A
Experience:
Hands-on aptitude and flexibility to work in service organization supporting changing needs of innovation partners, ability to prioritize the top business needs.
Proficiency employing typical productivity software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) is required.
Experience working with spreadsheets
Working knowledge of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) preferred.
Experience working with SAP is preferred not required.
Experience writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Job Hazard Assessments (JHAs) is preferred not required.
Ability to pay attention to details and sometimes perform repetitive work
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Solid communication and analytical skills
Strong interpersonal skills & ability to work effectively in a global organization
Creative mindset – willing to try new ways of doing things to improve effectiveness
Team-oriented – works effectively with lab peers, pilot-line team, other R&D colleagues and customers
Self-starter – requires minimal supervision, plans work and balances multiple assignments
Excellent organization and attention to detail
Source : Lancesoft