R&D Lab Technician, 1st Shift, 730AM-4PM Mon-Fri

Avery Dennison is looking for a R&D Technician for our Reflective Solutions business based in North this role you will conduct testing and data collection associated with Research and Development (R&D) projects while working in a collaborative environment. You will also provide support to R&D Engineers with sample preparations measurements data analysis assisting in pilot and production trials  and testing developments following prescribed procedures. You report to the R&D engineer and will be based at our location in Mt. Prospect IL. You will have the opportunity to learn product testing and experimental design and lead certain technical projects under the R&D teams leadership. To be successful you should have a strong aptitude for technical work real passion for collaborative work in a team-based environment and enthusiasm and attention toward technical details. This role will be on 1st Shift 7:30AM-4PM Mon-Fri.

CRITICAL OBJECTIVES & OUTCOMES:

Setting Up & Maintenance:

• Conducts maintenance calibration and cleaning of laboratory equipment.
• Sets up test apparatus and conducts tests units following methods procedures standards and sequences.
• Modifies equipment by adding removing or altering components as defined by predetermined diagrams and sketches. Corrects malfunctions by making adjustments or replacing parts or components as directed. Uses hand and small power tools and various measuring and testing devices in performing job duties. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
• Manage inventory of experimental raw materials; procure and ship raw materials for trials and finished goods to customers. Lifting of materials up to 50 lb might be involved.
• Order lab supplies chemicals and glasses.

Testing & Research:

• Conduct testing and testing developments to support R&D projects.
• Participate in field trials and evaluations including the tracking of indoor and outdoor accelerated weathering samples;  provide measurements observations and document findings with written reports.
• Perform standardized sample measurements at prescribed intervals and input data into appropriate spreadsheets or databases.
• Communicate progress of tests to responsible R&D Engineers
• Collect accurate test data using properly calibrated analytical equipment such as a colorimeter spectrometer photometer peel adhesion tester release tester or tensile and elongation tester.  
• Generate samples using pilot or benchtop equipment including a film press (Carver) benchtop pre-color compounder (Brabender) hot roll laminator squeeze roll laminator thermalcycle silk screen pilot embosser or pilot extruder.  
• Assist R&D Engineers with production trials by recording run conditions making observations collecting and preparing samples and performing appropriate test protocol.
• Conducts developmental tests for new and/or modified products or product components. Confers with engineering and other technical personnel to resolve testing problems such as product or equipment issues malfunctions incomplete test data and interpretation.
• Support product development and existing products through material and performance characterization and trials at bench pilot and commercial stages.
• Collaborates with the R&D team to develop test methods and test protocols.

Observing Recordkeeping & Evaluating:

• Provide written and graphical reports utilizing basic statistical tools and methods and pre-existing templates. Reports will include data observations and conclusions
• Delivers timely and accurate analytical results and technical reports for the purposes of supporting research projects testing troubleshooting and resolving customer complaints as well as performing competitive product benchmarking developing or improving existing products and supporting the various business or commercial teams.  
• Works closely with R&D engineers to analyze the test results and come up with recommendations regarding improvements to test methodology and product design. 
• Performs technical and record keeping duties in conformance with company and regulatory policies and standards to meet quality and accuracy requirements.
• Documents and labels the trial details using internal company softwares which can be used to track the inventory or problem resolution and understanding of product behavior under different processing conditions.
• Prepares product preliminary data sheets as needed.
• Creates raw material specs and product specifications as needed.

Safety:

• Practices all health and safety procedures policies and practices of Avery Dennison.
• Practices excellent housekeeping.  Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Attends all required safety training.
• Participates in or leads lab safety initiatives.

Qualifications :

• Associates Degree in Science or Engineering Technology. Technical Certification preferred. Bachelor of Science in Material Science Chemical Engineering Chemistry or other Sciences preferred.
• 1-2  years of experience as a laboratory technician or in a related field
• Demonstrates knowledge of procedures and equipment and general scientific and engineering knowledge. 
• Understanding of computer systems such as Microsoft Office Minitab and function specific software.
• Knowledge of math/algebra as they apply to engineering field.
• Good analytical and problem solving skills. Good verbal and written skills.

Additional Information :

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment Avery Dennison requires all final candidates to successfully complete a comprehensive background check and a drug screening. These checks are conducted post-offer and are a condition of employment. All results will be considered in accordance with applicable local state and federal laws. 
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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time