R&D Technician

Location: Boyertown

Join the Drug Plastics and Glass Family as our Research and Development Technician (R&D Technician)! Drug Plastics offers a work-life balance, and competitive pay rates! This is a full time, Monday-Friday hourly position. The R&D Technician will be responsible for the setup, testing and processing of new blow molds and injection molds prior to being placed into production.

ABOUT US:

Drug Plastics is a competitive, growing company that wants people who are eager to share their knowledge, talent, and experiences.
We are the premier manufacturer of bottles and closures for medicinal, wellness, and lifestyle products.

Commitment to Sustainability:

• All plants 100% renewable/carbon-free sourced energy.
• Voluntarily disclose our environmental data through CDP's platform
• Reduced scope 1 and scope 2 emissions by over 90% since 2015.
• Committed to net-zero emissions by 2050.

Perks at Work:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits 1st of the Month after Hire
• Generous PTO plan to include Vacation, Sick, and Holiday time
• Temperature Controlled Work Environment
• Dedication to Safety
• Welcoming and Family Oriented Work Culture

Some Responsibilities Include:

• Sets-up and Troubleshoots blow molding & injection molding machines
• Support Equipment in Support of R&D projects
• Work on Multiple Development topics and projects
• Reporting project progress to Project Leader
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of all work in required formats
• Contribute to and produce project progress reports as requested
• Additional duties as assigned or requested

Requirements:

• 3-5 Years industrial manufacturing process experience with strong computer skills
• Experience in set-up and processing of injection blow molds, and/or extrusion blow molds, strongly preferred
• Knowledge of CAD (Solidworks preferred), electronics, hydraulics, and PLC programming is also a plus
• A command of basic shop mathematics and mechanical concepts to a level normally possessed by a high school Vo-Tech graduate in a mechanical trade such as auto mechanics. High mechanical aptitude (pass the Bennett Mechanical Test with at least an 80% score).
• The ability to read and write at a level of competence that is sufficient to allow the understanding of written instructions and job related technical manuals and to write reports of activities that are understandable to others.
• The ability to demonstrate an interest in a mechanical trade through school course selections, prior work history or personal hobbies of a mechanical nature.
• Sufficient manual dexterity and strength to perform all physical requirements of the position.
• Ability to operate a computer and familiar with basic MS Word and Excel.
• Vision correctable to "20-20"

Drug Plastics & Glass Company Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran, or disability status.

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