Mechanical Technician

Sr. Materials Technician understands and can discuss materials lab capabilities, terminology and concepts. In the Materials R&D group, the Sr. Technician will be responsible for conducting testing /experiments; writing technical reports; supporting test request work flow; operation of equipment in the materials characterization and testing labs; ensure compliance with quality policies, support lab audits, maintain calibration of equipment and overall health of the labs.

The Sr. Technician understands procedures and practices through appropriate communication, training and education of sound quality assurance principles; ensure compliance with all local, state, federal and safety regulations, policies and procedures.

Performs batch mixing, compounding and extruding of various material types

They will interpret data to draw conclusions, identify trends and provide solutions.

Is involved in problem-solving and improvement of test plans.

Oversees lab supplies stock and reordering, acts as primary purchase order processor

Manages the chemical inventory and MSDS upkeep. Ensures timely removal of expired chemicals.

Submits final data to requester and/or archival in conjunction with the lab technicians.

Has practical knowledge of statistical analysis and test report generation.

Has limited understanding of Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 21 rules and procedures for Current Good Laboratory Practices (cGLP).

Has general understanding of R&D lab maintenance and housekeeping requirements.

Has practical and technical knowledge of other common lab instrumentation and equipment.

Bachelor’s Degree in a Science or Engineering discipline with a minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience.

Knowledge of the operation of mechanical measurement equipment (e.g. Instron) and two or more materials characterization capabilities (ie. Coefficient of Friction, FTIR, SEM/EDS, DSC, TGA) is required.

Experience with polymer compounding (extrusion, batches mixing) and polymer processing (Injection Molding, compression molding and batch mixing is preferred.

Superior communication skills, both written and oral.

Proficient in MS Office / Word / Excel / PowerPoint.

Understands regulatory and quality requirements and external Regulations (ISO, FDA, OSHA, ASTM).

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