Job Description
Job Description
Lab Tech and Chemical Blending
Chemcoaters LLC is a coil coating company that is a leader in innovative corrosion-inhibiting products used on high-speed coil lines. Our ChemGuard series of products are designed to provide superior corrosion-inhibiting performance in all environments on both carbon-steel and galvanized steel.
We are currently seeking a full-time entry-level Lab Tech/Chemical Blender with some basic chemistry background to aid in the R&D of new products, produce test panels, help maintain lab testing equipment, aid in chemical blending, and cover the day-to-day tasks required to maintain a safe and functioning test environment.
Job Description
Reporting directly to the R&D Manager, this Lab Tech will be responsible for performing basic lab work which will include completing basic chemistry duties, aiding in sample preparation, and completing general tasks to help in sustaining a functioning research lab – including keeping areas cleaned and organized. Additionally, position will be back-up the Chemical Blender and will have duties on the plant for blending our products in bulk containers (drums and totes). Applicant should have excellent record-keeping and organizational skills, have the ability to communicate strongly through written/oral reports, and be comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with various chemicals. The available position will have flexible work times for a max of 40 hours per week between the operating hours of 6:00-4:00pm, Monday through Friday.
Job Responsibilities
· Perform general tasks to assist in keeping lab in functional and orderly condition
· Blend chemicals in a manufacturing environment with the requirement of lifting up to 50 lbs.
· Aid in the development of new innovative coatings
· Maintain and clean test equipment on a regular basis
· Adhere to regulatory safety systems as they relate to plant operations
· Prepare summaries and reports of work conducted
Job qualifications:
· 1 year of Chemistry, lab, or scientific experience
· Ability to learn new tasks efficiently and accurately
· Detail oriented and highly organized
· Able to adhere to Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)
· Comfortable working on their feet for periods of time within a manufacturing environment
· Proficient in windows-based computers, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
· Strong oral and written communication skills
· Ability to learn new tasks with an open mind – all training provided
Chemcoaters offers competitive pay and benefits.
Post offer background check, physical and drug screen are required
Visit us at www.Chemcoaters.com