Research & Development Technician

Tecton Products is a proud member of the Marvin Family of Companies.  We develop and produce innovative materials for the advancement of our customers.   At Tecton, we encourage creativity and seek new ideas that change and improve our business! 

We are currently searching for candidates who are looking to advance their career with an innovation-driven company in the following role:

Research & Development Technician

Key Responsibilities:

•  Demonstrate Good Laboratory Practice knowledge
•  Perform analytical testing with accuracy and precision; prepare reagents and/or solutions, etc according to laboratory procedures
•  Accurately and precisely conduct analyses of test results; keep accurate records and data for projects
•  Support trial activities including preparation and set-up, support documentation of trial results, and testing.
•  Maintain R&D instruments and equipment to ensure availability (liaison for calibrations) and be a training resource for associates
•  Conduct statistically based correlation studies between suppliers and reference laboratories (eg. Between CoA for resins, mats, acrylics and our internal tests) as determined by R&D leadership and support some level of specification reviews.
•  Resolve and (re)write improvements to methods
•  Support Quality team initiatives as determined by R&D leadership
•  Maintain chemical storage and inventory in accordance with laboratory safety guidelines (Program) and support R&D audits in accordance to audit schedule. Inventory maintenance includes discarding expired reagents and notification of the appropriate supervisor or designated individual and maintaining Material Approval Request’s (MAR).
•  Support maintenance of work stations and chemical waste management
• Participate in and complete company required safety and training programs.
•  Work individually and on teams.

Education & Experience:

•  Relevant Manufacturing and/or lab experience highly desirable; Associates degree preferred.
•  Have working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices
•  Math skills and basic knowledge of statistics
•  Working knowledge of analytical methods and a manufacturing environment
•  Must have strong level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products, speficically Excel.
•  Ability to read instrument/equipment manuals and establish operating guidelines
•  Excellent communication skills
•  Capable of safely lifting/moving heavy objects when required (25-50 lbs)

We offer competitive wages based on experience. 

This full-time position also offers an excellent benefit package featuring health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, company-paid disability and life insurance, profit sharing and 401(k) – just to name a few!

Tecton lives the following values every day:

• Do the Right Thing
• Be Stronger Together
• Think Differently
• Raise the Bar
• Believe It’s Possible

If our values resonate with you, then Tecton Products is where you should consider building your career!

In addition, we are committed to associate training, promoting from within and pride ourselves in our safety record, which earned our participation in OSHA’s Voluntary Protection Program (VPP). Learn more by visiting our web page: www.TectonProducts.com or www.Facebook.com/TectonProducts

If you are interested in a career with a growing company that has never had a layoff, please apply online at www.TectonProducts.com.

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