R&D Lab Technician

Airswift has been tasked by one of our major clients to find a R&D Lab Technician to work a 1-year contract with possible extension in Aurora, NC.

This Laboratory Technician position is responsible for sample retrieving in the field, preparation of sampling, and reporting. In addition, with this being a start-up plant, the lab tech will be responsible for assisting in creation of the processes, SOPs and development of the lab.This is a 12-hour shift rotating shift. Airswift will be happy to discuss further the rotation schedule for this opportunity.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.
• Must document every test results carefully. During the research and testing phases, need to accurately record all variables, such as chemical type, amount, compound components, chemical temperature and test duration.
• Must also 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
• Flexible approach to working
• Troubleshooting issues with Lab equipment and processes
• Calibration
• Hazardous Material Handling
  

Requirements

• Chemistry degree is preferred or a related technical degree.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of testing experience within chemical lab setting.
• Must have experience handling hazardous material.
• Must have industrial experience. This is an industrial site & will need to know how to adopt to the environment.