Lab Technician - Technology & Innovation

In billions of syringes and in every second car worldwide, Datwyler components make an important contribution to the safety of patients and drivers. The high-tech company focuses on high-quality, system-critical elastomer components and holds leading positions in attractive global markets such as healthcare, mobility, connectivity, general industry and food & beverage. With over 25 production sites on four continents, sales in more than 100 countries and over 8,000 employees, the company, headquartered in Switzerland, generates annual sales of more than CHF 1,000 million.

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Goal

Contribute to the development of innovative compounds and processes by analyzing new compounds in the R&D lab.

Responsibilities

Performing analyses according to protocol to define chemical, functional, cosmetical, physical, pharmaceutical, microbiological characteristics, and pureness of compounds and raw materials to contribute to innovative projects.

This includes the following duties and responsibilities:

• Collect information on the tests to be performed, discuss technical approach and priority, etc., with the manager
• Perform a variety of tests and analyses according to protocol and project requirements
• Collect, document, report, analyze, and comment on the findings by filling out data on the system and writing reports
• Align the findings and next steps with the manager.
  
  

Developing adaptations and /or new innovative test protocols to meet the project requirements.

This includes the following duties and responsibilities:

• Analyze the problem, look up information, propose the new / adapted protocol based on knowledge and insights, and align with the manager
• Perform a variety of tests and analyses according to project requirements;
• Collect, document, report, analyze, and comment on the findings by filling out data on the system and writing reports
• Document the new protocol according to internal procedures and (iso) requirements
• Align the findings and next steps with the manager and internal initiator /project manager/customers/and suppliers
  
  

Contributing to the R&D lab equipment according to standards to meet the requirements.

This includes the following duties and responsibilities:

• Calibrate (dedicated) lab equipment according to procedures, and ensure regular calibration by the supplier according to guidelines
• Troubleshoot and solve first-line technical issues on dedicated lab equipment, if needed, upon alignment with the manager, contact and work with the supplier to solve the technical issue
• Assure stock of disposable test parts for dedicated equipment; place standard orders with suppliers
• Train colleagues/interims on (dedicated) lab equipment
• Suggest, evaluate, and test alternative lab equipment, contribute to its replacement and upgrading, for final decision by the manager
• Contribute to validating new equipment for the final decision by the manager
• Keep up to date with changes in the R&D area and profession.
  
  

Executing Additional Function-related Tasks.

This includes the following duties and responsibilities:

• Keep the working area clean
• Train and collaborate with remote colleagues; external lab and lab technicians of suppliers or clients upon request
• Archive and maintain sufficient stock (raw materials/products of competition/ disposable), place orders for reagents, disposable, and raw materials for use in the lab; manage the administration.
• Assure continuity of the dedicated tasks of a colleague when absent;
• Be the promoter in the lab for students, suggest a topic, project, and give input to their promoter
• Perform administrative tasks for reports
  
  

Your Profile

• A proven High School level of working and thinking
• 2-5 years of relevant experience
• Thorough knowledge of chemistry, equipment, and procedures (physical, chemical, and functional tests).
• Thorough knowledge of production processes.
• Thorough knowledge of company guidelines, including safety, R&D procedures, and iso requirements.
• Thorough knowledge of standard office, company, and R&D lab equipment, specific software
• Fluent communication skills, verbal and written in English; fluent communication skills in Dutch a plus
• Good knowledge of MS Office and company-specific software
  
  

Be yourself at Datwyler

We are convinced that people make the difference. At Datwyler, you will experience diversity and a wide range of career opportunities that only an international company can provide. Together, we are increasing our agility, accelerating digitalization and fostering sustainability. For motivated and talented employees, we offer interesting development opportunities with training and assignments in a global environment. With us, you can contribute with all of your creativity and all your ideas.

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