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Lab Technician (1st Shift)

Roppe Corporation
Fostoria, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/10/2026
Job Details

Description

Job Summary:

The Raw Materials Testing Technician is responsible for obtaining samples of materials from the Mixing Department and testing those samples for quality parameters. Ability to make decisions based on test results to ensure customer receive good quality product.

Responsibilities

  • Operate lab equipment as necessary to ensure successful testing of quality parameters.
    • Including but not limited thickness, color, gravity, and cure, etc.
  • Fill in for R&D Technician and QC Technician as needed.
  • Communicate with suppliers as needed.
  • Develop and write Roppe raw material specifications.
  • Manually record data in a correct manner to ensure accurate reports.
  • Maintain a safe and clean work area.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required.
  • Ability to accurately write or otherwise record information such that it is readily useable by coworkers, customers, vendors and others;
  • Ability to communicate with coworkers, customers, vendors and others.
  • Detailed oriented, good with basic math and able to work in team environment required.
  • Experience and ability to work in computer applications.
  • Ability to work without supervision and to make appropriate decisions.
  • Ability to process work with accuracy and to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to use a computer, including but not limited to its keyboard, touchpad, monitor and mouse.
  • Ability to accurately write or otherwise record information such that it is readily useable by coworkers, customers, vendors and others.
  • Ability to work with office equipment including but not limited to printers, rate books, copiers, calculators, and telephones.
  • Ability to work in a stationary position in usually an office environment for an extended period of time.
    • Physical activity includes sitting, maneuver around out on plant floor, talking, hearing, handling, reaching, and feeling.
    • Ability to stoop to pick up items off of the floor.
    • Ability to reach above your head to obtain or place work related materials.
    • Ability to periodically lift and move documents, files, file folders and other materials necessary to maintain consistent workflow.
    • Ability to move about the office, plant and grounds as necessary to deliver and receive work related materials or to meet with coworkers, customers, vendors and others.
  • Must dress professionally and appropriately.
  • Ability to accurately distinguish and identify colors to ensure product quality and adherence to established standards and specifications.
Education, Experience, And Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
    • Must have adequate math skills.
    • Ability to pass company entrance test.

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