Technician, R&D bei PLZ Corp

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From household cleaning solutions to personal care products, and food to automotive lubricants, PLZ produces more than 2,500 different aerosol and liquid products in our facilities across the continent. We know that being the partner of choice for our clients starts with being the partner of choice for our employees. Learn more at www.plzcorp.com/careers or visit https://youtu.be/XYNIFpLQIJY

JOB SUMMARY:

With guidance from the RD Manager and Sr. chemist, the RD technician is responsible for supporting making RD sample, improve, develop new and robust formulations and manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibility:

• Work on formulation under direction of manager and chemist including making sample for customer and stability, research for chemical to work with the formula.
• Test and set up specification for the sample, record the work in the lab book and formula data base
• Work on documentation of the formula, preparation for part number and raw material in the PLM tool such as enter formula into formula data base, close out NPD and respond to ISR if assigned.
• Supporting RD organizing, receiving and inventory raw material, component.
• Maintain workplace clean, organize, safe and follow GMP.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervisor
• Capable to work independently or under supervision of the manager and chemists.
• Retain great knowledge of raw material and components.
• Capable to trouble shoot at the bench scale.

Qualifications:

 The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Familiarity with MS Word and Excel.  Knowledge of HR laws.  Ability to maintain confidential information.  Able to work under pressure and deadlines.  Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.  Previous experience with benefits administration, COBRA, and other HR functions. 

Education Requirements: Associate's degree in related field and four years related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Compensation: $25/hr

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

PLZ Corp offers a robust suite of benefits including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits.
• Company paid Life and Short-Term disability.
• Voluntary benefits including additional life, disability, and hospital/accident insurance.
• 401k & company provided match.
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus incentive programs (Note, bonuses are subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.)

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.