Senior Associate Technician, Laboratory

Overview:

The Senior Associate Technician will be working in a laboratory environment supporting the Emulsion Polymers Business application technology and technical service team located in Florence, KY.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for performing application testing under instructions/guidance of chemist or lab manager.
• Evaluate emulsion products as well as formulating and testing emulsion-based adhesives, coatings and other compound products.
• Collect data and organize it into spreadsheet tables and graphs.
• Calculate and prepare basic formulations, document observations and prepare summary of data in a timely fashion (providing data for quick turn-around)
• Be comfortable following methods and safety rules when operating small benchtop instruments in a laboratory environment (balances, pH meters, viscometers, mixers, testers etc.)
• Take ownership of day-to-day maintenance of the application equipment and supplies to ensure smooth and safe operations of the lab and testing methods.
• Participate in Safety Programs
• Collaborate and coordinate with others in the team and the site regarding use of the lab spaces, equipment and supplies, as well as projects and activities.

Qualifications:

• High school education required (chemistry/biology/physics classes desired)
• Minimum 1-3 years experience in laboratory settings or QC labs or similar is preferred.  
• Knowledge of fundamental concepts in emulsions, emulsion testing methods and formulating a plus.
• Good MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint skills.
• Attention to detail and follow test methods/protocols.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to use typical laboratory equipment or similar.
• Very good organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Ability to work in a team environment that is supportive and inclusive.

Celanese is a global leader in chemistry, producing specialty material solutions used across most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use our chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees and shareholders. We support sustainability by responsibly managing the materials we create and growing our portfolio of sustainable products to meet customer and societal demand. We strive to make a positive impact in our communities and to foster inclusivity across our teams. Celanese Corporation employs more than 11,000 employees worldwide with 2024 net sales of $10.3 billion. For more information about Celanese Corporation and its product offerings, visit www.celanese.com.

Celanese is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Celanese does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.