Lab Technician, Performance Colorants & Ingredients

POSITION TITLE  

Lab Technician, Performance Colorants & Ingredients 

POSITION OVERVIEW 

This position is part of Milliken Chemicals Performance Colorants & Ingredients Business. The position provides technical support for the development of new products and support of current products. The position is located at our corporate headquarters in Spartanburg, SC. Hours of work are typically Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES 

Perform reactions and chemical synthesis 

Perform purification/isolation and analytical characterization 

Perform testing and chemical analysis on samples 

Document experimental procedures, results and observations 

Maintain clean and safe work environments 

Participate fully in the safety process 

Work effectively with members of a team to achieve project targets and deadlines 

Organize and effectively communicate results and new ideas (presentations, tables, charts) 

Use of scientific method and critical thinking/problem solving 

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED 

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Chemistry or related technical field 

Strong chemical synthesis experience, aptitude, or training  

Experience working in a chemical laboratory setting; including safely handling and mixing chemicals, documenting experiments, and operating scientific equipment  

Strong verbal and written communications skills  

Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint