R&D Technician

Summary Of Position

The R&D Technician will be responsible for operating pilot equipment during the development of tape products, performing a wide variety of testing activities to support the development and evaluation of pressure sensitive adhesive tape products. This position will also conduct minor equipment maintenance and troubleshooting activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand and follow all safety and equipment operating procedures
• Follow the handling, storage, and disposal of materials in accordance with environmental regulations
• Execute R&D project work as assigned by R&D management
• Absorb and execute experiments as directed by R&D scientists & engineers
• Maintain clean, orderly working conditions in laboratory areas
• Maintain records of laboratory test results and experimental observations
• Conduct testing using test equipment and document data
• Ensure the preventative maintenance programs for testing and process equipment are followed
• Provide testing and pilot process support for R&D scientists and engineers by operating pilot equipment and testing support during lab pilot trials
• Assist R&D scientists & engineers by supervising test runs
• Conduct minor equipment maintenance and troubleshooting activities

Qualifications

• Associates degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of experience in product development and/or laboratory testing
• Knowledge and experience with the coating process and equipment preferred
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of computer skills in Microsoft Office and SAP, to perform data entry processes and documenting work results
• Good mechanical skills, ability to work with equipment and trouble shoot equipment problems
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers and superiors, ability to work closely with others, a team player, and self-motivated
• Good math skills including use of basic algebraic formulas and statistics principles