Polymer Processing Technologist – Extrusion & Injection Molding
On-siteExton, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Prepare polymer formulations via compounding and latex blending, then extrude, injection mold, and compression mold these materials. Cut, finish, and mill specimens to perform mechanical tests including notched Izod, tensile, and melt flow rate analysis while measuring optics, haze, color, gloss, and thermal properties. Document all observations in an electronic lab notebook and analyze data to explain conclusions to internal audiences. Schedule preventative maintenance on equipment, troubleshoot issues, and train operators. Support site EH&S policies, report incidents, and manage materials inventory. Work with the Building/Operations manager on safety systems and commissioning of new equipment.
Required Qualifications
- High school Diploma with 5+ years of experience in polymer R&D laboratories and good laboratory practices
- BS/BA degree with 2+ years polymer processing experience and good laboratory practice
- Demonstrated expertise on injection molding, extrusion, and other polymer processing equipment
- Demonstrated expertise in sample preparation and mechanical testing
- Demonstrated expertise in generating accurate and reliable data in a timely manner
- Proficient with computer software applications, especially Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Excellent organizational skills, strong interpersonal skills, independent problem solver
- Ability to work with multiple Trinseo T&I engineers/scientists/commercial team in generating accurate and reliable data for specific projects
- Good time management skills, prioritize tasks to meet commitments, adaptable to changing priorities
- Stay focused under pressure, critically reviews work to ensure quality
- Own, maintain, and upgrade pieces of equipment in support of activities
- Maintain documentation system including lab notebooks and standard operating procedures for owned equipment
- Handles problem independently and able to resolve issues without relying on extensive help from others
- Work safely and actively participate in the GIC-NA safety program
- Limited Travel (<5%)
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with DSC, TGA, TMA, FTIR, GPC lab equipment is preferred
- Experience with polymer synthesis and wet chemistry is a plus
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