Laboratory Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Description

The Technician will support applications work in multiple segments and complete technical service projects for customers of varying complexity.

This role will coordinate lab work with other Chemists on the team, take general direction / collaborate with Technical Specialists, and report directly to the Technical Team Leader.

This position is an exciting opportunity to join a team focused on growing and developing market opportunities and solving challenging problems in the laboratory which support our customers.

Provides technical applications support to internal and external customers in the Construction and Nonwovens industries.

Utilizes technical knowledge and stays current with trends, development, and innovations of products, test methods, and industry standards in the construction industry.

Drives customer-driven innovations and manages joint development projects.

Assists key stakeholders through solutions development, data generation, and evaluating products vs. competitive products.

Collaborates with cross-functional teams such as Technical Service, R&D, Sales, and Marketing

Operates in compliance with EH&S and ISO quality standards and maintains laboratory equipment according to 5S policies.

Contributes knowledge of test methods and writing of respective SOP / JSA.

Required Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or materials science (or similar field) with 0-4 years of relevant lab / industrial experience; OR

High School graduation with 4-8 years of relevant lab work experience

Fundamental understanding of dispersion and resin chemistry

Strong laboratory skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines

Experience and knowledge in formulation and application testing of water-based binders and related technologies is desirable

Bonus if have relevant work experience in Building Envelope, Construction Adhesives, and / or Nonwovens industry.

Ability to solve problems, interpret results, offer ideas and solutions, and communicate next steps to key stakeholders

Ability to work effectively in both team and individual environments, with or without supervision.

Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, presentation)

Benefits :

Healthcare Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan : The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.

Technical Certification Bonus : Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.