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Job Description
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Polymer Technician Shift/Hours:
Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm
Pay Rate:
$25.00/hr
Location:
San Jose, CA Experience:
At least 1 years of industry experience We are excited to share a new opportunity for a Polymer Technician located in San Jose! This position is highly sought after and might not be available for long. Are you working, but looking to explore? Are you needing a new career opportunity? Give us a call at 408-298-6775 and/or apply directly to this posting for immediate consideration! Don't delay, apply today!
Polymer Technician Job Duties include:
Polymer Processing:
Process, test, and refine bulk polymers and gels for column packing and bulk shipping.
Chemical Functionalization:
Functionalize polymers including, but not limited to, sulfonations, alkylations, and aminations.
Gel & Polymer Processing:
Process sulfonated gels for column manufacturing, as well as processing and sizing bulk polymers.
Laboratory Maintenance:
Maintain, order, and clean glassware, alongside tracking and ordering general lab supplies.
Hazardous Waste Management:
Handle hazardous materials and waste, and perform weekly hazardous waste/materials monitoring.
R D Collaboration:
Work closely with the Research & Development team to enhance the existing product line Other duties as assigned Polymer Technician Preferred Skills include:
Technical & Software Skills:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and specialized Beckman Coulter Multisizer Polymer Bead Sizing Software.
Analytical Skills:
Ability to collect and research data, follow strict workflows/procedures, identify data relationships, and synthesize complex information.
Job Knowledge & Autonomy:
Strong ability to learn and apply new skills quickly, understand how the job relates to others, and operate effectively with minimal supervision.
Safety & Security Practices:
Deep adherence to safety procedures, proper equipment/material handling, and proactive reporting of potentially unsafe conditions.
Professional Competencies:
High dependability (meeting attendance/punctuality guidelines), strong cooperation (working actively to resolve conflicts), and a strict focus on quality and productivity standards.
Polymer Technician Requirements may include:
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Abilities:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Mathematical Abilities:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts (such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume) and apply basic concepts of algebra and geometry.
Reasoning Abilities:
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions, and deal with problems involving a few concrete variables.
Physical Demands:
Ability to frequently stand, walk, and use hands to handle or feel; regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, or smell.
Work Environment:
Ability to work safely in an environment with a moderate noise level and frequent exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Must be willing to submit to a pre-employment background check and drug screen Must provide 3 professional references Benefits of working with
PrideStaff:
Medical, Rx, and Wellness Benefits Dental and Vision Plan Options Short-term Disability 401(k) Retirement Plan Holiday Pay Join Us. PrideStaff Company Overview PrideStaff wants you to Succeed! We have dedicated consultants that provide employment market insights and resources! We offer the support you need along the way. Over the years, we have helped tens of thousands of people find outstanding career growth opportunities. At PrideStaff, we truly value people, and we are dedicated to getting to know you and advocating on your behalf with our network of employers from across the country. Our Recruiters will help guide you with career tools and resources.
