Product Development Technician

Job Title : Product Development Technician
Location : Mentor, OH
Work Model : Onsite
Hours : M-F 8am-5pm
Compensation : $28.00/hr
Type : 12-month contract, Potential for extension or conversion to permanent

Responsibilities

• Be able to make batches of defined formulations with different kinds of mixers.
• Be able to follow methodologies (ASTM and internal) to test different products (Adhesives and sealants) aligning with specific protocols.
• Be able to align with safety protocols in the laboratory and woodshop when preparing specimens for testing
• Follow the stablished procedures for the 5S program, by being part of the team and contributing to the success of the program
• Follow the requirements (Do’s and not do’s) of Safety Lab. (Safety First)
• Be able to handle power tools, (Drill, different kinds of saws, routers, etc.)
• Able to leverage our digital Product Development platform using it in a daily basis, as a Batch & Task performer
• Be an active player on Cross-training and training of team across technologies
• Being a role player on 5S and Lab Safety programs for Product Development
• Establishing and keeping a good networking and relationship with the team and other areas in the business
• Capable of fabricating whatever is needed to test the product in application clinics or for customer demonstrations.
• Fully manage and lead product analysis and testing while documenting progress and results in the digital platform
• Record, organize and communicate results/data from experiments and testing - Observe safety and environmental guidelines while handling products
• Maintain laboratory and storage areas, as well as equipment clean and in good shape.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in a Chemistry related or Material Science field from a four-year college or university with 3 years or more related experience in the Rubber, Plastics Compounding or Coatings Industry; or Associate’s Degree (A.A.) in Chemistry related or Material Science field with five or more years related experience and / or extensive training in the Rubber, Plastics Compounding or Coatings Industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Easy to communicate with the team, not afraid to ask questions.
• Work Management, record, organized and communicate results (reporting)
• Microsoft office (Word, excel, Power Point, one note, etc.)
• Lifelong learner, it will be necessary to learn the different technologies and methodologies that we work with.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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