Lab Technician Manufacturing Plant

Tremco Construction Products Group (CPG), part of RPM International Inc., unites industry-leading building envelope solutions manufacturers, service providers and trusted brands—including Tremco, Nudura, Dryvit, Willseal, Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc. and Weatherproofing Technologies Canada—to deliver comprehensive, integrated building systems. With operations spanning North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, India and Latin America, Tremco CPG has a global presence supported by regional businesses and distributors who understand local market needs for commercial, industrial and residential construction and restoration projects.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The primary function of a Tremco Project & Compatibility Lab Technician is to manage internal testing procedures that are used to establish a compatibility matrix for all Tremco products that are subject to contact in typical construction applications. The P&C Lab Technician will perform Project Testing and support testing functions for Decks, Below Grade Waterproofing, Sealants and Air Barriers. These test functions include Product Comparison, Product Compatibly, ASTM Testing (potential addendums to existing standard method requirements). The P&C Lab Technician will be required to communicate results in an organized manner and manage the flow of data through the proper channels to the proper recipients in a timely fashion

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Laboratory: 75% of time will be spent in the laboratory in constructing test samples, documenting performance and maintaining a clean working environment. Must be familiar with a laboratory setting and safety and be able to:
  • Test to ASTM C 1248, ASTM C 1247, ASTM C 1193, ASTM C 1135, ASTM C 1087, ASTM 794, ASTM C 793, ASTM C 719, ASTM C 679, ASTM C 679, ASTM C 661, ASTM C 639 and ASTM C 510 standard test methods.
  • Prepare test substrates for testing using cutting equipment including band saw, table saw and wet saw.
  • Document observations and results of standard testing in detailed test reports.
  • Maintain organization of test articles during sample preparation, conditioning, testing and storage.
  • Maintain cleanliness of laboratory environment and enforce laboratory hygiene plan.
  • Use of material testing equipment including microscope and Instron 5565.
  • Other duties as assigned.
• Customer Support (External and Internal): Provide timely response on requests from internal and external customers as it relates to compatibility testing and posting of results in the database.
  • Develop a test schedule to provide accurate turnaround time estimates.
  • Maintain quick and accurate written and verbal responses to technical and non-technical questions.
  • Work with minimal dependence.
  • Display excellent problem solving & communication skills.
  • Provide general Technical Service phone support.
  • Travel on a limited basis to job sites and for product application support training.
  • Possess a team player attitude.
  • Be self-motivated and dedicated to quality work.
  • Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum HS Diploma or GED with 5 years’ experience in a laboratory environment OR Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, General Science or similar with 3-6 months of work or coursework in a laboratory environment.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Use of common construction tools such as wet saw, band saw and caulking gun.
• Familiar with laboratory safety and general laboratory procedures.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status