Laboratory Technician

What You Will Do In Your Role

A Day in the Life Typically Includes:

• Receive / process / analyze product & chemical samples from different areas of the plant.
• Complete sample analysis for supporting daily operations that includes but not limited to RV, Amine Ends, pH, X-ray, tensile properties, finish on yarn, moisture on yarn, crimps measurement etc.
• Ensure sample results are automatically sent via computer applications and results are communicated with the machine operators in a timely manner.
• Share and seek knowledge from the technical or the area Specialist to assist with troubleshooting, any special training/equipment needs.
• Process special requests from engineers; supporting new product testing.
• Maintain safe work practices by following safety data sheets (SDS’s), plant/area Safety rules and procedures.
• Respond to production or environmental non-conformance, communicating with the site operations!
• Manage data entry in computer applications (SAP, OpCon, PQM-g, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite

Attributes:

• Contribution Motivated - creates value for the team, the site and for the business
• Strong Safety Commitment
• Strong Principled Entrepreneur – creates Virtuous Cycles of Mutual Benefit
• Strong attention to details; critical and analytical thinker, good communicator
• Ability to multitask, coordinate priorities and flow to the work
• Ability to work independently and with various levels of organization
• Willingness to cross-train and take on more responsibilities – become a Principled Entrepreneur
• Operations Based Work System: a Principled Entrepreneur, Strong team player, Seeks and shares best knowledge

Work Schedule:

• 8-hour shifts.
• Ability to provide lab coverage outside of working hours.
• Ability to work during weekends and holidays if needed.

The Experience You Will Bring

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

What Will Put You Ahead

• Level 2 Safe Work Permit Issuer & Lockout Capabilities
• Working knowledge of OpCon, PQM, SAP, Microsoft Office Suite
• Associate's degree or higher
• 1-year minimum technical experience (Intermediate proficiency level in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), ability to troubleshoot data and recognize outliers
• Work Keys: Locating Information or Graphic Literacy – 5, Observation – 4, Applied Mathematics – 5
• Experience working in a laboratory environment
• Experience in a manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Perform tasks such as lifting (~55lbs), walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to eight (8) hours / day
• Commitment to adhere to safety rules and regulations including wearing personal protective equipment (including respirators)
• Working twelve (8) hour shifts to include, weekends & holidays
• Available to work Overtime

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy