Laboratory Technician

Location Address:

Work Shift:

• Receive lab requests from internal and external customers, determine questions to be answered in forensic investigations, quality verification, or research/development studies, perform required tests, write and publish clear reports that answer questions posed.

• Assist lab manager to determine how to approach customer problems and perform tests as quickly and accurately as possible

• Help to prioritize laboratory work load, monitor or track projects, milestones/progress and deliverables

• Utilize MPSs and product design drawings as specifications for materials to be tested. Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits, and make recommendations on appropriateness of data for release.

• Conduct routine analyses or visual inspections of in-process materials, raw materials, environmental samples, finished goods.

• Use equipment effectively and accurately to measure bottle properties.

• Perform or assist experiments on color measurement, haze and gloss indexes, light transmission and clarity, fill volume, height, weight and density measurements, wall thickness, melt flow index, layer analyses, Environmental Stress Crack Resistance (ESCR) testing, FTIR measurements and analyses, mechanical strength and flexural properties utilizing the Instron testing machine, drop resistance and other tests.

• Complete documentation needed to support testing procedures including data capture forms, equipment logbooks, or inventory forms. Compile laboratory test data and perform appropriate analyses.

• Interpret test results, compare them to established specifications and control limits

• Maintain list of supplies needed and verify with manager for approval

• Keep detailed records and organize shipping and lab receivables

• Maintain a clean lab environment, clean lab equipment, lab surfaces and environmental chambers

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

• Perform duties safely, ensure safety of others and comply with Altium policies.

• Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

The requirements listed below are minimum requirements for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

• HS degree

• Two-plus years of experience as a laboratory or quality technician

• Basic knowledge of material science

• Basic knowledge of testing methods for packaging

Work Conditions:

Tools and Technology

• Laboratory Equipment: 140 degree oven (Environmental Stress Crack Resistance), scales (bottle fill, weight), Thickness measuring devices, Tension testers (Vertical Load testing pull strength), etc.

• Computer programs - Internet, Altium Intranet, Microsoft Suite

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities who are otherwise qualified to safely perform the essential functions of the job unless such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the Company. While performing the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach out, over and below with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and or crawl. The employee frequently is required to lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to potent chemicals such as alcohol in a laboratory environment. Employee may also be exposed to extreme temperatures, sharp objects, and confined spaces. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in the laboratory and production department and other designated areas.

Altium Packaging, Our Culture Differentiates Us!

We incorporate our Guiding Principles into all aspects and at all levels of the organization and use them as a framework for decision-making. We believe our Guiding Principles foster a culture of excellence that benefits both employees and customers.

Our Guiding Principles

• Act with Integrity & in Compliance
• Drive Value Creation
• Be Disciplined Entrepreneurs
• Focus on the Customer
• Act with Humility
• Treat others with Dignity and Respect
• Seeking Fulfillment in your Work

We Believe in Rewarding our Most Important Resource - Our People!

We show our commitment to Total Rewards by providing a competitive, comprehensive benefits package. In addition to medical, dental and vision plans, company holidays and vacation days, tuition reimbursement, learning and training opportunities, bonus potential, and a 401(k) plan with company contributions, Altium Packaging locations offer rewards and recognition programs and opportunities to make a difference in the community.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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