Laboratory Technician

Title - Laboratory Technician

Months- 12 + Months (potential extension)

Location : Granville, OH

Monday to Friday 8:00 - 5:00 (flexible - can be discuss with Manager)

Job Title: Contract Assistant Scientist/Engineer
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The Assistant Scientist/Engineer performs lab and pilot scale work focused on developing new products and processes in applications for glass nonwoven materials under the direction of product scientists and process engineers. This individual produces data and samples for glass mat development, mixture and coating formulations, equipment operation and maintenance, and characterization of experimental products. The successful candidate performs experimental work, provides actionable observations, and communicates experimental results. The individual will have the opportunity to build technical expertise in nonwovens testing and processing. The lab is an agile and innovative environment where excellent communication, flexibility, and analytical skills are keys to success.

Commitment to Safety (10%)

* Unconditionally comply with all safety procedures and corporate safety policies.

* Live the safety culture daily, and actively participate in safety meetings, audits, and activities.

* Proactively identifies and addresses safety concerns in the laboratory.

Product and Process Development (90%)

* Deliver test and characterization data, lab or pilot material, and insights to product scientists and process engineers for product or process development of nonwoven products through hands-on lab testing and characterization, preparing chemical formulations, and operating lab or pilot scale fabrication and mimic equipment.

* Develop proficiency and fundamental understanding of established test methods used to generate required results (ASTM, TAPPI, established test methods). Adapt or create methods and protocols as necessary to characterize new products and technologies.

* Apply and develop scientific and engineering principles for fiberglass-based nonwovens products and properties in collaboration with product scientists and process engineers.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* High school/Associates degree with 1-3 years experience or Bachelors Degree with 0+ years experience

* Ability to perform laboratory testing following established lab procedures for lab instrumentation such as Instrons, air permeability, and colorimeters.

* Ability to use and operate laboratory and pilot equipment independently to produce material samples.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

* Mechanical, chemical, or QA lab experience.

* Bachelors Degree in science or engineering

* Experience with ASTM, ISO, TAPPI, or other standards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

* Safe laboratory and chemical practices

* Numerical fluency with basic data analysis and basic statistics

* Mechanical and/or chemical hands-on aptitude

Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit https://dexian.com/ to learn more.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.