R&D Technician III Global Raw Material Platforms

Responsibilities Include:

 

• Supporting Architectural and Industrial paint/coatings formulation work aligned with raw material platform strategies.
• Performing lab paint/coating testing including standard quality control testing as well as various film performance testing (e.g. block, stain, adhesion, hardness, etc..
• Support of routine experiments, recording results and learning basic knowledge of   equipment/computing tools to capture and record data
• Communication within the project team regarding project needs and status
• Developing basic knowledge and understanding of product lines and raw materials
• Executes and analyzes experiments and provides regular updates
• Establishes timelines for assignments based on priorities with assistance from their supervisor. 
• Identifies and resolves development hurdles.
• Authors basic reports, outlines procedures used, and results obtained.
• Recognizes problems and implements corrective actions to resolve issues
• Analyzes data, being to draw conclusions and makes recommendations
• Proficient in operating moderately complex lab instruments.

 

Safety and Quality 

• Participate in HKE & safety initiatives for the team
• Follow Safety, Housekeeping, and ISO practices established
• Follow quality standards, such as ITMs and ICMs & maintain certification
• Actively seek to reduce risk through corrective action of unsafe practices
• Routinely Document lab results and pertaining technical information in electronic lab notebook and/or project folder per ISO standards 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

 

FORMAL EDUCATION:

1. Required:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in country for which you are applying for employment
• Must have a High School Diploma

 

 

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

1. Required:
   • At least 1 years in a lab, manufacturing, professional painting, or equivalent setting
   • Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
   • Demonstrated time management, planning & organization skills
   • Proven problem-solving / decision-making ability
   • Previous experience in a lab setting

 

1. Preferred:

• Previous Commercialization and/or paint making experience
• Ability to interact effectively with various levels of technical experience

 

 

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