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Laboratory Technician in Florence, Ky

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Laboratory Technician

Celanese International Corporation Florence, KY (Onsite) Full-Time

Overview:

Celanese Corporation is a global chemical leader in the production of differentiated chemistry solutions and specialty materials used in most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use the full breadth of Celanese's global chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees, shareholders and the corporation. As we partner with our customers to solve their most critical business needs, we strive to make a positive impact on our communities and the world through The Celanese Foundation. Based in Dallas, Celanese employs approximately 13,000 employees worldwide and had 2023 net sales of $10.9 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit www.celanese.com.

Responsibilities:

This entry-level technician position is part of a dynamic testing team that supports manufacturing as well as development workstreams in Engineered Materials.

  • Hands-on testing of polymer properties including melt viscosity, ash, melt flow rate/melt volume rate, flammability, adhesion, volatiles, melting point, color, tensile, flex, impact, hardness, FTIR, and others
  • Injection molding of test specimens
  • Entry of test results into laboratory information management system (LIMS)
  • Maintaining a safe work environment by complying with all safety requirements, performing safety audits/inspections, participating in safety meetings and initiatives, promoting good housekeeping practices, and proactively recommending and implementing improvements
  • Maintaining quality standards including following lab procedures, ensuring accurate records, performing calculations accurately, and participating in internal and external quality audits
  • Communicating with stakeholders/counterparts in other functions, including Manufacturing and Technology & Innovation, regarding the status and results of lab testing.
  • Schedule:
    • The lab operates 24x7
    • Day and night shift positions are available. Specific shift times and schedules vary and will be discussed during the interview process.
    • Overtime opportunities available based on lab need.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Basic computer skills including Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
  • Must be able to lift 55 pounds
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures and instructions
  • Ability to multitask (manage multiple simultaneous samples in organized high quality environment) is required.
  • The candidate must achieve an acceptable score on a basic math test that includes calculating percentages, averages, unit conversions, and performing rounding.
  • The candidate must demonstrate minimum color aptitude by scoring a 50 or lower using the Farnsworth-Munsell Hue Test. Laboratory Management will also assess results screening for color deficiencies as outlined in the FM-100 test method.


Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED

Lab experience preferred but not required.

Recommended Skills

  • Auditing
  • Business Requirements
  • Calculations
  • Communication
  • Laboratory Information Management Systems
  • Mathematics

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