Laboratory Technician

What You Will Do In Your Role

A Day in the Life Typically Includes:


* Receive / process / analyze product & chemical samples from different areas of the plant.


* Complete sample analysis for supporting daily operations that includes but not limited to RV, Amine Ends, pH, X-ray, tensile properties, finish on yarn, moisture on yarn, crimps measurement etc.


* Ensure sample results are automatically sent via computer applications and results are communicated with the machine operators in a timely manner.


* Share and seek knowledge from the technical or the area Specialist to assist with troubleshooting, any special training/equipment needs.


* Process special requests from engineers; supporting new product testing.


* Maintain safe work practices by following safety data sheets (SDS's), plant/area Safety rules and procedures.


* Respond to production or environmental non-conformance, communicating with the site operations!


* Manage data entry in computer applications (SAP, OpCon, PQM-g, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite

Attributes:


* Contribution Motivated - creates value for the team, the site and for the business


* Strong Safety Commitment


* Strong Principled Entrepreneur - creates Virtuous Cycles of Mutual Benefit


* Strong attention to details; critical and analytical thinker, good communicator


* Ability to multitask, coordinate priorities and flow to the work


* Ability to work independently and with various levels of organization


* Willingness to cross-train and take on more responsibilities - become a Principled Entrepreneur


* Operations Based Work System: a Principled Entrepreneur, Strong team player, Seeks and shares best knowledge

Work Schedule:


* 8-hour shifts.


* Ability to provide lab coverage outside of working hours.


* Ability to work during weekends and holidays if needed.

The Experience You Will Bring

Requirements:


* High School Diploma or GED

What Will Put You Ahead


* Level 2 Safe Work Permit Issuer & Lockout Capabilities


* Working knowledge of OpCon, PQM, SAP, Microsoft Office Suite


* Associate's degree or higher


* 1-year minimum technical experience (Intermediate proficiency level in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), ability to troubleshoot data and recognize outliers


* Work Keys: Locating Information or Graphic Literacy - 5, Observation - 4, Applied Mathematics - 5


* Experience working in a laboratory environment


* Experience in a manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:


* Perform tasks such as lifting (~55lbs), walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to eight (8) hours / day


* Commitment to adhere to safety rules and regulations including wearing personal protective equipment (including respirators)


* Working twelve (8) hour shifts to include, weekends & holidays


* Available to work Overtime

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