R&D Lab Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform lab activities, such as setting up lab equipment and preparing chemical solutions.
• Conduct tests, interpret and analyze data, compile results, prepare reports, and present conclusions.
• Document every test results carefully.
• Accurately record all variables, such as chemical type, amount, compound components, chemical temperature and test duration.
• Adhere to safety standards during laboratory testing, such as wearing protective clothing and taking additional precautions as needed.
• Improve current formulations of products when needed.
• Calibration of equipment.

Skills/Knowledge

• Ability to follow chemistry testing techniques
• Practical hands-on attitude
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to comply with safety and quality regulations, including wearing and maintaining PPE
• A desire to work with team members to improve processes and product quality
• A flexible approach to working
• Troubleshooting issues with Lab equipment and processes

Requirements

• Chemistry degree is preferred or a related technical degree.
• Minimum of 1 year of testing experience within chemical lab setting.
• Experience handling hazardous material.
• Industrial experience.