Laboratory Technician, Ashland Distribution, Ashland Inc.

Description Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) provides specialty chemical products, services and solutions for many of the world's most essential needs and industries. Serving customers in more than 100 countries, it operates through five commercial units: Ashland Aqualon Functional Ingredients, Ashland Hercules Water Technologies, Ashland Performance Materials, Ashland Consumer Markets (Valvoline) and Ashland Distribution.
 
At Ashland our vision is to be a leading, global specialty chemicals company whose inspired and engaged employees add value to all we touch. In fact our people - employees, customers and vendors - define who we are. They are the driving force behind everything we do.
 
Not only do we value our customers but we value our employees, and we work to offer them a dynamic and challenging environment. We hold ourselves to high standards at Ashland, and we value integrity and honesty.
 
To learn more about Ashland, visit www.ashland.com.
 
We are looking to fill a Laboratory Technician position at our Carteret, NJ Ashland Distribution facility.  As a Laboratory Technician, you will develop new adhesive products under the supervision of a research chemist. You will synthesize polymers, formulate polymers into adhesive products and test those products in a variety of applications. In addition to following experimental protocols, you must be able to document procedures, observations and results. You will also have responsibility for maintaining a safe work environment in the laboratory including laboratory housekeeping and proper disposal of hazardous wastes.
 
**This job is based on a ladder structure and the job level (salary) will be determined by the quantity and quality of your experience.

Requirements To qualify, you will need the following:
 
*Bachelor of Science (BS)
*Some chemical handling and formulating and testing experience
*Strong computer skills (Word and Excel); Ability to document procedures and
results
*Must be self motivated
*Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States
 
Ashland has a history of attracting the best people and keeping them. The reasons are simple:  industry competitive salary and benefits, pay-for-performance incentive plans and a diverse work environment where employees feel challenged and valued. People come to Ashland and stay. As a growing Fortune 500 specialty chemicals company, we offer opportunities for development and advancement throughout our global organization. Our values define who we are and what we care about as a company. If you are looking for a relationship with a company instead of simply a job, this may be a great fit.
 
Ashland is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 
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