Polymer Pilot Plant Laboratory Technologist

Be part of our materials innovation lab

Start your afternoon by checking the production queue, preparing blends, and setting up equipment for scheduled trials. Through the evening, you’ll rotate between mixing, milling, pelletizing, and testing small-batch polymer compounds—capturing data and ensuring each run follows safety and laboratory procedures. You’ll wrap up by packaging samples and recording results in our lab system so the team can build on your work the next day.

Shift

2nd Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM

What you’ll do

• Carry out assigned lab tasks in a logical, prioritized sequence while following all safety and lab protocols.
• Perform tests to defined specifications with guidance; grow into independently executing the full suite of required tests.
• Enter test conditions and results accurately into the laboratory data system.

Pilot plant focus

Collaborate with our Corporate Pilot Plant Lab team across the complete polymer blend sample lifecycle, including:

• Compounding and blending
• Banbury mixing and extrusion mixing
• Milling and pelletizing
• Packaging and quality control testing

Qualifications

• Strong teamwork and clear communication with supervisors and colleagues.
• Preference for 1 year of related experience.
• High School diploma or GED.

Core skills

• Comfort with basic arithmetic.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Data entry proficiency.

About Teknor Apex

From a single Rhode Island tire shop founded by Alfred Fain in 1924, Teknor Apex has grown into a global custom compounder serving customers worldwide. Still privately held and led by the founder’s grandson, we invest in long-term relationships with employees and customers alike. We operate nine U.S. facilities and have international operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China.

Physical requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to talk, listen, and speak clearly on the telephone.

Compliance

**Physical Requirements: **

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards

Teknor Apex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age to work at Teknor Apex.