Research Technician

Fibergrate Composite Structures, Inc. a RPM International Company (NYSE: RPM) located in Stephenville is looking for a Research Technician to join our team!

Why Fibergrate?

• Growth Opportunity
• Competitive Benefits
• 401k Company Match
• Pension
• Tuition Reimbursement

...and more!

What a Research Technician will do:
The Research Technician coordinates / assists with the development and implementation of technical details for the manufacture of Fibergrate products.

Responsibilities

This includes but is not limited to raw material qualification

• Formulation development.
• procedural development.
• Internal and external product testing programs.
• Technical training.
• RCA for product failure.
• Technical support for field sales.
• Regulatory analysis.
• 3rd party certification maintenance.
• QA analysis of incoming raw materials.
• Raw material record keeping.
• Maintenance of project files.

Job Knowledge you can need to bring:

• Understand chemical laboratory safety practices and operation.
• Understanding of DOE (design of experiment) process.
• ERP system experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 suite tools and apps.
• General knowledge of industrial safety requirements.

Qualifications / Education

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED. University / college degree in a technical field (chemistry, engineering, industrial technology) preferred.
• Work history of over 5 years in R&D or technical field within composite industry is preferred but not required.
• Ability to communicate in English is required; English / Spanish bilingual is preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work safely in a chemical laboratory and industrial environment
• Ability to operate / learn to operate laboratory equipment
• MS 365 suite proficiency
• Be an effective trainer
• Communicate in a concise, clear manner.
• Lead cross functional working groups.
• Use positive influence to achieve goals and necessary improvement.
• Objectively use data to drive decision making

Do you have the WILLINGNESS to:

• To improve through guidance and outside influence
• To respond, apply, and adapt to feedback both negative and positive.
• To provide necessary feedback to enable others to improve.
• Be a self-starter.
• Be dedicated to meeting reporting timelines and completing job functions.
• Promote and display The Values of 168
• Exhibit Ownership, Commitment, Continuous Effort, and Resiliency.

CERTIFICATES, LICENCES, REGISTRATIONS

• ACMA Certified Composite Technician
• MS168 Green Belt certification (training made available upon hire)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment. The employee will be exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, odors, and weather. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Team or group leadership skills.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Occasional visits to moderate noise may be required. Occasional exposure to noxious fumes and dust is required, the candidate must be capable of tolerating these non-hazardous fumes and dust.

Fibergrate Composite Structures is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $25