Chemical Lab Technician Job

Job Duties:

Assist in performing specified analysis under the direction of the senior chemist
Prepare lab samples and conduct lab tests including liquid (viscosity. pH, solids, sag resistance, etc) and physical tests (x-hatch adhesion, scratch adhesion, gloss, dry film thickness, etc)
Evaluate experimental formulations using standard methodologies
Run a variety of equipment including, but not limited to, lab mixers and scales, dry film gage, microscope/motic camera, humidity chamber, swellometer, etc.
Adhere to and promote company’s safety standards and keep the lab areas clean and in safe working condition
Perform colour matching and formulating as directed by Senior Personnel Collaborate with team members and maintain basic instrumentation
Maintain accurate records and lab books, and respect company confidentiality policy • Perform quality control on production batches and maintain QC log
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

Degree or college diploma in chemistry or a chemistry background
Familiar with Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Projects, etc)
Demonstrated and thorough record keeping skills
Comfortable learning and becoming proficient in new systems and processes
3 years coating experience.

Working Conditions:

Reliable form of transportation to get to and from work is a must
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
Excellent communication skills
Some travel required to offsite test fields
Able to work independently and as a part of a team
Flexible and available to work extra hours if required

Health/Dental Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave, Casual Dress

Lansdowne Engineering is an R&D, testing and consulting company focused on helping coatings manufacturers develop and refine products that meet market and regulatory requirements.