What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at Amrize?
Join the Gaco team, a trusted name in building envelope solutions with a heritage dating back to 1955.
We’re seeking a Lab Technician who’s ready to be part of a company committed to formulating everyday success for every customer through innovative, reliable products used to adhere, seal, and protect at every level of the building envelope.
About The Role
AMRIZE is a leading international manufacturer and supplier of a comprehensive product portfolio for commercial building performance solutions. This position will report to the Operational Excellence Manager and help to help ensure the facility and equipment are safe and efficient for all employees. Responsible for performing laboratory tests and writing test reports. This is an entry level position which requires no previous experience and typically requires close supervision. Physical lab testing to include destructive and non-destructive tests. This position will operate different types of equipment, including power tools to prepare the samples prior to testing. Annual Salary Range: 56K to 71K plus VIP annual bonus
What You'll Be Doing
We’re seeking a Lab Technician who’s ready to be part of a company committed to formulating everyday success for every customer through innovative, reliable products used to adhere, seal, and protect at every level of the building envelope.
About The Role
AMRIZE is a leading international manufacturer and supplier of a comprehensive product portfolio for commercial building performance solutions. This position will report to the Operational Excellence Manager and help to help ensure the facility and equipment are safe and efficient for all employees. Responsible for performing laboratory tests and writing test reports. This is an entry level position which requires no previous experience and typically requires close supervision. Physical lab testing to include destructive and non-destructive tests. This position will operate different types of equipment, including power tools to prepare the samples prior to testing. Annual Salary Range: 56K to 71K plus VIP annual bonus
What You'll Be Doing
- Follow safety rules and regulations (SOP, PPE, etc.)
- Follows work standards
- Revises work standards as needed
- Use equipment/technology as trained
- Maintain clean and organized work area
- Prioritizes and completes assignments in timely manner
- Follow work orders and batching instructions to make experimental adhesive formulations.
- Communicate with internal customers
- Notifies supervisor of issues with work standards
- Reports results to the lab supervisor
- Identify operation, quality, and technology issues and report them to their supervisor
- High level of supervision required initially
- Perform general laboratory maintenance and follow Global Harmonized System (GHS) practices.
- Demonstrate knowledge of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical hygiene practices
- Perform general laboratory maintenance and follow Global Harmonized System (GHS) practices.
- Demonstrate knowledge of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and chemical hygiene practices
- Minimum: HS diploma or equivalent
- Working knowledge of MS word and Excel is required.
- No work experience is required, but an aptitude for math and science is required.
- Self-Starter with ability to work independently and multitask effectively.
- Technical aptitude with strong documentation skills
- Knowledge of ASTM and other test standards is preferred.
- Experience in Lean Culture is preferred.
- Six Sigma certification (yellow, green, or black belt) is a plus
- Competitive Compensation
- Retirement Savings
- Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
- Holistic Health & Well-Being Programs
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Health and Dependent Care
- Vision and other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (Maternity and Paternity)
- Educational Assistance Program
Salary : $56,000 - $71,000