Senior Technician – Glad R&D testing laboratory

Senior Technician – Glad R&D testing laboratory

Requirements

• Minimum 4-year degree, preferred in technical/science field
• 2+ years working within a testing lab environment
• Ability to read and interpret verbal and written test methods, procedures and directions
• Experience adhering to data management Best Practices
• Mathematical calculations where/when required
• Ability to record, process and compile data accurately
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and troubleshooting
• Computer skills for data entry, analysis, and database work
• Skills in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• Experience maintaining a clean and organized environment
• Good interpersonal skills – ability to work both independently and with a variety of people and changing tasks/responsibilities, in a team-oriented environment
• Demonstrated ability collaborating with internal and external partners

Responsibilities

• Support the Glad Business Unit by working with Product and Process Development Scientists in planning and executing product testing in the lab and pilot plant to enable successful launches
• Accurately prepare and test samples using approved methods and equipment
• Independently complete work assignments, communicating in a timely manner with business team regarding project updates
• Maintain good laboratory controls and documentation of testing records
• Anticipate and communicate potential issues, collaborating with Lab Lead and Scientists to create alternate solutions to avoid project delays
• Execute and coordinate experiment and trial report results through observation, recording, and analysis
• Support efforts to improve daily lab operations and processes
• Champion usage of Data Management Process and Electronic Lab Notebook
• Contribute data and share responsibility for analysis and reporting
• Actively participates in weekly scheduling meetings; shared leadership of report-outs for learnings, brings forward issues and suggestions for improvements
• Leverage experience to cross-train other Technicians, Team Leads and Scientists on established processes and standard procedures as required, ensuring they stay proficient on Lab operations and safety
• Order supplies and manage inventories onsite
• Manage sample quantities for requested testing and disposition upon completion
• Use current material tracking systems to manage materials
• Responsible for ensuring proper functionality and proactively leading any required repair work on assigned test equipment
• Ability to identify issues and provide input on solutions in collaboration with Engineers and Lab Manager

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at consumer product goods company within R&D or Quality testing lab
• Experience in the plastic film industry with extruding, converting, characterizing and general handling of thin films
• Experience using Tensile / Compression testing, software
• Experience establishing and maintaining digital tools for employee training and data management