Laboratory Technician

Title: Laboratory Technician

Duration: 12+ Months with possible extensions

Location: Dayton, OH

Shift Timings: Work 1st (8:00am-4:30pm) and 2nd (4:30pm-12:30am) shift when needed.

This position will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Perform polymer synthesis in 50L to 100L glass jacketed reactors.
• Supports quality investigations and other R&D/Production activities as assigned.
• Maintaining labs, including cleaning of glassware, waste management, transfer of solvents from the plant to the labs, keeping track of raw material consumptions, and general housekeeping.
• Documentation of experiments, production, and scale-up work.

Role (Job) Specific Requirements:

• High school education with lab experience, associate or bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, or related technical or scientific field.
• Experience in chemical synthesis in lab or chemical manufacturing environment.
• Able to perform physical work (e.g., lifting to 20kg.). and use drum carts to move upto180kg consistent with corporate ergonomic guidelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and email.
• Willing and able to wear personal protective equipment including respirator, safety shoes, goggles, and gloves.
• Flexible to work 1st (8:00am-4:30pm) and 2nd (4:30pm-12:30am) shift when needed.

The following skill and experiences are preferred by the site:

• Experience working in chemical manufacturing or chemical process operation environment is a plus.
• Experience in lab chemical synthesis and polymer chemistry.
• Experience working with glass reactors and setting up glassware for polymer and organic synthesis.
• Strong personal commitment to safety, lab housekeeping, and ethical behavior.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Motivated initiative-taker, adaptive, analytical, and strong collaborator.
• Proven record of meeting deadlines and ability to multi-task.