Engineering Technician I

Ability to remain focused and complete assigned laboratory tasks accurately with minimal interruption. The role requires strong attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, and comfort working in a chemical lab environment.

Job title: Lab Technician
Pay Rate: $21 per hour on W2 (all inclusive)
Location: 500 TechneCenter Drive Milford OH 45150
Shift:  08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
Duration: 7+ months contract
Schedule: Full-time or part-time schedules are available. Part-time candidates must work 16-20 hours per week during normal weekday lab hours. Students with qualifying laboratory experience may apply.

Job overview:

• Hands-on lab technician role supporting coatings formulation and testing. This position is a mix of wet chemistry (formulation, chemical handling) and testing work. The role requires strong attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, and comfort working in a chemical lab environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare coating formulations and lab batches per standard procedures
• Handle chemicals safely (solvents, resins, additives)
• Perform routine lab testing:
• Chemical and physical testing
• Coating application and evaluation
• Durability and mechanical testing
• Operate lab equipment (balances, mixers, ovens, test instruments)
• Record and enter data
• Maintain lab cleanliness and follow safety protocols
• Support troubleshooting and general lab activities as needed Quali cations
• Hands-on experience in chemistry, biology, materials science, or closely related laboratory is required. Experience may be gained through college laboratory coursework, research, an internship or co-op, or prior employment.
• Comfortable working with chemicals and PPE
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures and instructions accurately
• Ability to remain focused and complete assigned laboratory tasks accurately with minimal interruption
• Basic computer and data entry skills