Lab Technician

Job Title: Lab Technician

Location: Chicago

Shift: First

Plant Department: Quality

Pay Type: Hourly, Non-Exempt

MRC Polymers is seeking a Lab Technician for our Chicago, IL location located at 3307 S. Lawndale Ave, Chicago, IL. This position will work our first shift from 6a-2:30p.

Job Summary

The Lab Technician is accountable for maintaining quality standards by testing incoming materials, in-process production, and finished products; recording quality results.

Essential Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
• None Duties/Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Perform injection molding and all other testing as per manual and directions.

• Understand Extrusion and Compounding.

• Maintain work area and lab clean.

• Must clearly understand and perform all procedures and use of equipment per training. Must attend all required training sessions (including safety training)

• Immediately inform the supervisor or manager of any safety-related issues, damaged equipment, or any improvements needed

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement through the support of business and process improvements.

• Other duties as assigned, including general housekeeping.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work with minimum supervision.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• General mathematics and entry-level Algebra.

• Knowledge of product, process, and customer requirements.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent time management skills with the proven ability to meet deadlines and work with minimum supervision.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong understanding of applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements and other related safety policies and best practices.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to monitor and maintain records and inventory. .

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• 2 or more years of experience in a related field required.

• 2 or more years of sit-down propane forklift experience preferred.

Work Environment:

This job operates inside an office and warehouse area where the temperature may vary.

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of standing and sitting per shift while working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.

• Must be able to maneuver the facility on unforgiving surfaces.

• Must be able to work in hot and cold climates and in an environment with many noises and odors.

• Must be able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as ear plugs, safety vest, hard hat, steel toe shoes, gloves, and other job-specific required PPE.

Disclaimer: Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.