Chemical Lab Technician (Recent grad) - Durham, NC
Looking for a recent grad. HM is not looking for a senior level person.
Schedule: M- F, normal working hours. Some flexibility in start/stop times, within reason. Need to get approved in advance. There may be some times that the weekly schedule will need to be adjusted based on a current project in process.
This will be an onsite position only. No remote work available.
This will be a one year assignment with the possibility of extending.
- The selected candidate will be required to assist the R&D Pilot Plant Team with equipment setup, chemical handling, sample analytics, process operations, cleaning and organization of tools and equipment, as well as proper disposal of research samples.
- May need to assist in moving and assembling large and heavy equipment.
- May also need to lift and move large containers up to 40 lbs.
- Minimum BS in a scientific discipline such as chemistry or chemical engineering.
- Ability to lift and/or move heavy equipment, containers, and hoses (intermediate – required)
- Ability to prioritize tasks (intermediate - required)
- Analytical Instrumentation (intermediate - required)
- Assembling (intermediate - required)
- Collection of Data (basic)
- Computer Literacy (intermediate - required)
- Hand tool experience (intermediate - required)
- Exceptionally strong focus on "safety"
- Above average attention to details
- Known for reliability and dependability
- Enjoys taking ownership and responsibility for work tasks
- Self-motivated and driven to succeed
- Able to remain organized and structured
- Effective communicator that enjoys working within a team environment