Product Development Engineering - Technician 1

Technical Skills
Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree in a Technical or Science Field
• 0-5 years relevant experience in a technical discipline, or a combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Experience with polymer characterization / testing instruments and equipment
• Training in laboratory safety and procedures.
• Experience operating one or more specific instruments / equipment (including Instron mechanical tester; TGA; DSC; FTIR; Rheometers, Profilometers; is desired.

• Solid understanding of statistical analysis techniques and data modeling principles.

• Pay rate $23-$26
• on site
• The Laboratory Technician I Contractor in the Materials & Characterization R&D group will be responsible for conducting testing /experiments; writing technical reports; supporting test request work flow and operation of equipment in the materials characterization labs.
• They will ensure compliance with CLIENT quality policies, procedures and practices through appropriate communication, training and education of sound quality assurance principles; ensure compliance with all local, state, federal and CLIENT safety regulations, policies and procedures.

• Reporting to the Lab Manager, the incumbent performs bench-level engineering tests and/or research experiments designed to test the feasibility of concepts or technologies required for development or revision of new products.
• Lab Organization: Follow and support the workflow process for the materials R&D labs including instrument operation and maintenance. Follows GLP.
• Process Effectiveness: Ensure appropriate processes are followed for effective and timely stakeholder engagement and completion of assignments.
• Continuous Learning: Actively seek training to improve skills. Ensure technical lessons are reviewed, learned and disseminated.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Note: This role is on-site only.

• Accountability: Demonstrate strong and clear accountability for the successful and timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Communication: Hold and encourage frequent formal and informal communication within the team.

• Bachelor's Degree in a Technical or Science Field
• 0-5 years relevant experience in a technical discipline, or a combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Experience with polymer characterization / testing instruments and equipment
• Training in laboratory safety and procedures.
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)

• Experience operating one or more specific instruments / equipment (including Instron mechanical tester; TGA; DSC; FTIR; Rheometers, Profilometers; is desired.
• Good technical skills and judgment.
• Basic understanding of disciplined product development processes, regulatory and quality requirements.
• Strong fit with CLIENT values.
• Experience with basic statistical analysis and software (e.g. Minitab) preferred.
• Proficient in MS Office / Word / Excel / PowerPoint

Compensation: The hourly rate for this position is between $23.00-$26.00 per hour.

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include [geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate].

Benefits: Sunrise offers ACA compliant medical coverage/dental insurance/vision insurance to all employees. We also offer Sick time benefits as required per State regulations.