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Job Title: Lab Technician

Duration:06+Months

Pay Rate: $21.00-$24.00/hr on W2.

Location: Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53226, USA

JOB DIMENSIONS

Work primarily for the development of new sealants and adhesives for the Construction industry

Hands-on approach in development and maintenance of water based acrylic and moisture curable products that are sold in the construction industry.

ACTIVITIES

Work with Sealing & Bonding team members on research and development of water based and moisture curable sealants and adhesives

Observe and perform lab-scale experiments designed by research team, document observations, and communicate detailed findings to the group

Characterize physical and mechanical properties of lab- and full-scale adhesives using various analytical techniques (Viscosity, tensile testing, extrusion, peel strength, stability testing, color matching, etc…)

Document results in electronic lab notebook (Patent Safe) and summarize findings in written reports

Perform job hazard assessments and develop best practices for lab procedures

Maintain lab equipment; ensure lab area is clean and well-organized

Manage inventory and organization of laboratory raw materials and test substrates to ensure operational continuity.

Assemble data and submit documentation for regulatory review of new raw materials and products. Coordinate shipping of experimental samples.

Practice safe work habits in accordance with OSHA and EPA guidelines, and Client specific EHS expectations.

CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT

The job involves preparing lab scale batches of adhesives and testing them for fit-for-use purposes. It requires a team-oriented individual who is willing to take direction and execute in a timely manner while demonstrating a good level of autonomy.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Support the Sealing & Bonding team to achieve goals set by the C&C Leadership Team.

Execute projects created in Clarity (Stage Gate) and prioritized in the Project Portfolio.

Practice safe work habits in accordance with OSHA and EPA guidelines, and Client specific EHS expectations.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Minimum associates degree or equivalent lab, pilot, or manufacturing experience in adhesive/sealant industry

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent problem-solving skills and high intellectual curiosity

Intermediate level computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point

Willingness to take direction, but also work both independently and as a part of a collaborative team

Ability to effectively communicate project results to the Sealing & Bonding team members as well as other Client R&D teams

Strong mechanical skills; willingness to maintain lab equipment and mixing equipment

Accuracy and attention to detail

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Experience:

Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
adhesive: 1 year (Required)
sealant: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Ateeca Inc

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