Over 90 years of quality products and superior service.

Job Description:

SUMMARY

R&D laboratory position that handles routine, non-complex tasks which are repetitive and short in duration. Understanding is narrow in scope. Works under close supervision, on a day to day basis. Learns and uses instruments and test equipment to make simple quantitative and qualitative analysis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

70% Perform routine specific activities in accordance with established laboratory practices and procedures. These could include:

* Standardized routine laboratory tests and analyses

* Sample preparation using standard SGI methods

* Assisting in operation of lab pilot equipment, to carry out simple and repetitive work

10% Perform data entry of work and results that can be used by others to determine progress

20% Perform other duties as assigned

Level Based Competencies

* Earning Trust

* Communication

* Adaptability

* Energy

* Positive Approach

* Work Standards

Technical Knowledge / Skills

* Knowledge, care, and use of laboratory equipment (entry)

* Knowledge of safety precautions, health hazards, SDS forms (entry)

* Ability to use and care for basic maintenance tools (intermediate)

* Learns, understands, and uses good laboratory practice (entry)

* Works in a safe manner with chemicals, material samples, and test equipment (entry)

* Performs accurate product quality, mechanical, and environmental tests (entry)

General Knowledge / Skills

* Ability to collect data, keep accurate records, and document results (entry)

* Knowledge of keyboarding and computer data entry skills (entry)

* Ability to follow oral and written instructions (entry)

* Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor (entry)

Leadership / Supervision

* Works under close supervision, on a day to day basis

* Adherence to performance review and goal setting process

* Proactively seeks guidance from other team members when needed

* Follows directions and completes assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner

Education / Experience

* High School Diploma or GED with interest and aptitude in material laboratory science

Dimensions

No. of direct reports: 0

No. of indirect reports: N/A

Travel requirements: Primarily local up to 5%

Working conditions: Primarily industrial R&D laboratory and office setting, requiring eye, hearing, hand, foot, and respiratory PPE. Occasional duties at manufacturing locations may be performed in enclosed facilities and/or outdoor areas where extremes of heat, cold, dust, noise, wet conditions and rough terrain exist

Physical requirements: Computer, MSHA / OSHA, lifting objects up to 40 lbs., extended or irregular hours, bending, kneeling, stooping

At Specialty Granules LLC , we believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions.

Specialty Granules LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit).

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