Senior Technician R&D

Kraton Corporation -
Houston, TX

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Job Details

11 days ago

Qualifications

Laboratory experiment design
Chemical handling safety procedures
Laboratory safety
Safety regulations
Experimental design
Literature search services
Chemical testing
Environmental safety protocols
Chemical safety protocols

Full Job Description

Make a +Difference at Kraton!

At Kraton, we make a Positive Difference, and we are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for our customers and to the world. We are looking to hire a key member of our R&D team at our Houston, TX location.

The purpose of the Sr. Technician role is to provide laboratory synthesis, analytical, technical service and manufacturing support (such as plant trials) to scientists, to support the maintenance and growth of the business in target market segments. The Sr. Technician is expected to perform all duties in a safe manner, and to maintain a safe operating environment.

Key Responsibilities

Contribute to value creation in the working environment through experimental knowledge and demonstrating healthy behaviors
Contribute to the set-up and execution of routine or ad-hoc experimental programs or testing by selecting from a limited range of known methods and/or conditions; record and analyze data and make recommendations
Formulate experimental programs in consultation with direct supervisor
Communicate experimental deviations from expected or specified levels, and suggests explanations or further inquiries
Coordinate and troubleshoot any equipment maintenance requirements
Participate in small technical service projects; provide relevant input while supporting internal customers
Produce quality data by the agreed upon deadlines and communicate results to internal customers as needed
Routinely purchase standard materials and/or chemicals and contribute to minor changes/improvements to installations or equipment (purchase order input)
Monitor the labs to ensure regulations and safety are enforced
Carry out experimental work according to clearly defined safety and environmental guidelines
Create or edit Standard Operating Procedures
Make proposals during meetings (within working environment) that may contribute to solving problems
And other duties as assigned to safely perform

Required Skills

Knowledge and practical experience in at least one of the following: organic chemistry; analytical chemistry; inorganic chemistry; laboratory automation; process technology
Basic understanding of underlying experimental concepts
Demonstrated ability to explain to others how and why the applied methods and equipment work
Demonstrated ability to build experimental set-ups and modify on the basis of results
and select the appropriate components and/or auxiliary equipment if necessary.
Demonstrated ability to select the source of relevant factual information from a well[1]defined or small collection of professional literature in own field
Understanding of equipment procedures required to execute experiments, and ability to translate procedures into a detailed working method
Advanced knowledge with relevant health and safety policies with regard to experiments and chemical use (HAZCOM)

Education, Certifications & Licenses

Bachelor's Degree or Associate’s degree preferred: Biology, Chemistry, Engineering
Minimum 3-5 years related experience preferred

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The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.

Kraton’s internal talent acquisition team manages our recruiting efforts and from time to time works with pre-selected/pre-approved external staffing agencies. We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from recruiters and/or agencies who are not pre-selected/pre-approved.

Kraton is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Make a +Difference at Kraton!

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