Lab Technician

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdingswhich is backed by Berkshire Hathawayyoull be doing things that matter leading at every level and winning a better way. Were committed to making a positive impact on the world providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities and fostering a culture where everyones empowered to be their best.

Laboratory Technician

The position of Laboratory Technician reports to the Engineering Manager.

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for final release inspections of compounded and extruded products to ensure they meet all specified requirements. Inspection data is recorded and stored electronically in line with ISO standards. The technician also supports the Quality Management System and contributes to root cause investigations using practical problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities include:

Proficient in the use of a lab extruder and able to make various samples for testing

Transferable skills in laboratory test equipment to learn industry relevant test methods to include: LOI moisture specific gravity melt index oven aging durometer tensile elongation and dimensional inspections using microscope and calipers

Manage sample retains inventory- including collection storage and disposal

Support calibration protocols for ISO 9001 and interface with calibration vendors

Document custodian- responsible for creating and updating CCG documents. This will include managing SOPs for the production process and testing procedures.

Member of the quality council and bring a root cause analysis mindset via exposure to lean principles.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Knowledge and Skills Required:

Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel Word and Powerpoint

Excellent communication skills this includes verbal and written communication that is transferable to all levels of organization i.e. cross-functional communication to inform leadership and support operators.

Proactive nature and mind-set to actively influence continuous improvement

Able to change priorities quickly in response to customer demands

Able to make decisions autonomous mindset when faced with business challenges

Understanding of Lean Concepts to include root cause analysis 5 whys fishbone document investigation and corrective action write-ups

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email your request to and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.