Research Technician/Operator

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We are immediately hiring for a full time, experienced R&D Technician at our Newark-Bellevue site.

As an R&D technician, you will operate automatic or semi-automatic machines and related equipment in a R&D/ low volume manufacturing operation. The R&D technician works on a team of several technicians and reports to the Development Engineering leader.

Key job responsibilities

• Operate and monitor semi-automatic chemical vessels and related equipment to support R&D trials and low volume manufacturing for Slurry R&D

• Perform mixing and filtration experiments to working closely with Development Engineers for new product and process development.

• Monitor process equipment, controls, and guidelines to ensure adherence to trial/production specifications

• Escalates malfunctions and abnormalities as needed, participating as an active team member in troubleshooting

• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures and follows emergency protocols as necessary.

• May rotate through various roles as needed to meet the team needs

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent

• 3+ years of experience in a chemical handling, chemical manufacturing, pilot or R&D environment

• Ability to establish specialized skills on the area equipment through considerable work experience and job-related training

• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment such as forklifts and moving pallets of material in a warehouse environment.

• Ability to work with safety first in mind and escalate safety concerns as needed

• Ability to prioritize and complete assigned work independently and within teams

• Strong attention to detail to prevent and minimize errors

• Strong communication and troubleshooting skills

• Requires ability to work in seated or standing positions for prolonged periods of time

• Coordinates work with the team and can work autonomously with established procedures and practices.

• Ability to lift 40 lb containers,

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