Job Description

Material Lab Technician

FULL-TIME

$21/hr

Core Responsibilities:

Contributes towards the behavior-based safety culture of AZEK Company / TimberTech.

Conducts material trials and activities in lab under supervision.

General knowledge of materials and characteristics of these materials.

General knowledge of Extrusion process lab scale (TC-35, Brabender) and production scale (twin screw, single screw, co-extrusion)

Basic support of trials in lab, pilot and production. (ie) calibrate feeders, collect and ID samples.

Basic knowledge of general lab testing and measuring equipment. (ie) measuring tap, scales.

Conducts product testing under supervision, including flexural properties, O.D. weathering exposure studies, 

CTE, water immersion, etc.

Collects and reports data to the appropriate personnel.

Demonstrates strong organizational skills.

Ability to identify anomalies in data and to communicate with project owners accordingly.

Provides manufacturing support as required.

Assists with material testing and evaluation. (ie) lubricants, stabilizers, process aids, resins, colors etc.

Contributes towards continuous improvement in Research and Development area.

Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet and Outlook.

Proficient mathematical aptitude.

Precise and articulate written and oral communication.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Must strive toward being self-directed and motivated.

Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment is a must.

Work schedule flexibility to accommodate the needs of the business.

Contributes toward the positive and energetic culture.

Performs additional duties as needed and /or assigned by supervision/management.

REM-01 WS-01

Schedule

Shift start: 8:00AM
Shift length:

Benefits

Qualifications

• Must pass drug screen (cannabis included)
• Must pass background check
• Can lift 30 lbs
• Must be at least 18+ years old

Qualifications:  One to three years in a similar position; Thorough knowledge of general lab testing and measuring equipment (scales, density, beakers, etc.) Ability to run an extruder (lab or production), preferably twin screw and single screw as well as co-extrusion equipment. Strong computer skills to include: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Education Requirements: Associate degree (two-year college or technical school) or Work Equivalent, Field of Study: Polymer Science, Materials, Plastics, Chemical Engineering or Engineering Technology. Bachelor's degree Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and 3+ years of experience in a lab technician position with a wide spectrum of testing instrumentation and procedures, preferred.

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