This position will focus on supporting our Chemical Engineers in Research, Experiments, Testing and Lab Maintenance. You will perform standard laboratory tasks and maintenance in an R&D chemistry lab space while working among a team of engineers and scientists. You will be involved in preparing materials and equipment for experiments, as well as assisting data collection. The ideal candidate works well in a team, follows detailed instructions carefully and safely, and stops and asks questions when anything is unclear.
Key responsibilities and accountabilities.
• Weighing and pouring large quantities of solids and liquids.
• Safely operate pumps, vacuums, air compressors and other equipment.
• Safely perform acid/base chemistry by following SOPs.
• Gathering and recording data into a lab notebook and/or Microsoft office applications.
• Clearly communicating methods used and tasks accomplished.
• Observing and learning how to practice safe acid/base chemistry.
Qualifications and experience.
Qualified candidates will possess a strong combination of the following:
• High School diploma or GED
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Ability to set priorities, multi-task and adapt to ever-changing needs with the proven ability to function well in a fast-paced environment required
• Experience working in a PPE environment
• Experience in a chemistry laboratory setting
• Able to work with their hands to build and construct
• Able to lift 20 pounds to counter height and over shoulders multiple times a day
• Able to stand, move around lab and sit up to 8 hours per day