R&D Technician

Company Description
ITW Fluids NA is a manufacturer of lubricants, cleaning chemicals, and corrosion preventatives formulated to maximize equipment productivity and product quality for customers. We go to market through B2B with a focus on the automotive, aviation, fabricated metal, food processing and machinery manufacturing market segments. Offering a brand portfolio that is well recognized within these industrial channels, our premium products address customer pain points and our direct sales team provides expert, value-added consulting at the customer level. ITW Fluids NA has 4 manufacturing facilities (Olathe, KS, Tucker, GA, Easton, MA and DeWitt, IA) and employs 250+ individuals. ITW Pro Brands includes Olathe, KS, Tucker, GA, and DeWitt, IA. ITW Celeste includes Easton, MA. All of which are ITW Fluids NA.
Job Description
Summary:
This position is responsible for supporting R&D activities of one or more product lines. The technician will conduct experiments, compile data results, and reactions in support of R&D Sustaining and New Product Developments. They will follow testing plans as laid out by R&D Chemists and Managers and record and report results in a detailed and thorough manner. This position may participate in special studies and be required to conduct testing and work outside of established standard operating procedures.
Essential Duties:

• Conduct routine analytical tests to determine chemical, and physical properties of raw materials, process, and product samples.
• Manufactures samples and prototype formulations.
• Tests proposed formulations for performance, lifetime, and manufacturability and suggest modifications as warranted.
• Conducts competitive product testing, as required.
• Accurately and thoroughly recording and entering data into electronic systems and R&D lab notebooks.
• Reports progress on pending projects at regular timeframes.
• Act with strong listening and analytical skills to develop/maintain relationships and deliver results.
• Helps maintain laboratory equipment and assists with calibrations.
• Follows AS9100 Quality Management System as applies to R&D and as defined in the Quality System.
• Actively participates in company Safety Programs, as required, and practices safe work methods on a daily basis.
• Actively supports and participates in the site Laboratory Safety and Chemical Hygiene Program.
• Attends company sponsored training and outside seminars as required.
• Acts in accordance with company policies, procedures, and corporate ethics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Education & Experience:

• B.S. degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science, or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Proficient within Windows based environment. Experienced in Microsoft Office Suite software (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).
• Experience working with ERP systems, particularly Microsoft Navision, a plus.
• Proficiency in using standard laboratory equipment.
• Experience following SOPs and GLPs.
• Experience working under ISO 9001/AS 9100 Quality Management environments a plus.
• Exposure to GHS and other regulatory requirements applicable to the supported product line(s) a plus.

Other Competencies:

• Mathematical skills appropriate to scientific computations.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Proficiency in performing and interpreting standard analytical testing.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Be collaborative and able to function in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Able to adapt to changes in the work environment; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Represent the company in a professional and ethical manner.
• Foster, communicate and exemplify the values of ITW; act with integrity and trust, operate with simplicity, treat everyone with respect and partake in shared risk.
• Commitment and willingness to strive toward achieving Divisional goals and business objectives.

Additional Information
ITW is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.