Chemical Lab Technician
Apply Location Hartford, Wisconsin Job Category Engineering & Science Business Unit (brand) Quad Date posted 09/18/2024 Job ID 31149Quad is seeking a Laboratory Technician for our Hartford, WI CR/T location. This individual will be responsible for quality control and color matching of printing inks and raw materials. Quality control testing includes the measurement of physical properties using instrumentation as well as the visual assessment of color. Other testing of related materials (solvents, powders, and resins) along with printed material and substrates using non-routine equipment/instrumentation is also required as needed. The wage range is $20.00 - $25.00 / hour depending on experience. This is an M-F position, working 8-hour days.
Qualifications
- Two-year technical degree in Chemistry, Quality Control, or a comparable field of science is required.
- Work experience in the ink, paint, or other materials industry will be considered if the candidate demonstrates a high level of technical knowledge.
- Experience using good general laboratory practices for weighing, mixing, testing, and replication.
- Basic working knowledge of chemistry and statistics.
- Working knowledge of algebra and arithmetic for mixed composition and formulation work.
- Have demonstrated proficiency in Excel, including calculations and plots.
- Be generally proficient with MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Access) and enjoy working with a variety of software programs.
- Be able to see and assess color and complete the Munsell color test with a passing score.
- Be comfortable using appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and working with a large variety of chemicals including solvents, acids, bases, inks, resins, pigments, and powders
- Be well organized and tidy in a laboratory/office environment.
- Be able to work as an individual and as part of a team.
- Be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
- Be able to follow standard operating procedures.
- Have good written and verbal communication skills.
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Benefits for all areas of life
Quad recognizes that wellness is more than physical health. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that empower employees to build healthy, balanced lives at work and at home. From physical and mental health, to financial, family, and community wellness, we provide benefits and programs that help support employees’ overall well-being.
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