Kyyba

Chemical Plant R&D Technician

Posted on: 14 Apr 2021

Kankakee, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Experience supporting method development projects using HPLC Chromatography, NIR Spectroscopy, and automated titration equipment.
Prepare standards and solutions needed to maintain calibration of instruments.
Assist analytical chemists with analysis of samples and method development as needed.
Ability to prioritizing and managing sample testing for multiple projects simultaneously.
Manage the accumulation labeling, inspection and storage of hazardous waste generated in the Laboratory.
Performs variety of chemical and physical laboratory tests, both standard and non-standard in nature, to obtain information necessary for the development NIR calibrations.
Works independently and with team members supporting development projects and other tasks as assigned, reporting atypical sample or equipment behavior to supervisor.
Must be able to lift 25 lbs as a part of routine work in the lab.
Participate in laboratory housekeeping, safety inspections, troubleshooting and root cause analysis
Additional duties which a R&D Technician may carry out include routine chemical reactions or bench-scale tests of plant processes; sample collection in the plant; environmental monitoring; or plant analytical instrumentation maintenance/calibration.
Assist with lab supply management including restocking lab supplies
Data entry
Utilizing analytical equipment and data collection software programs.
Analyze, interpret SPC charts
Enter in-process data in LIMS.
Processing paperwork
Evaluating raw material COAs versus approved specifications to authorize material into plant using SAP.
Assist with writing or revising work instructions.
Optimize existing procedures
Manage archival of Quality Documents
Additional Duties
Trainer for testing, data entry and processing paperwork.
Participate and make recommendations in safety meetings.
Maintaining housekeeping.
Preparation / labeling of samples for shipment.
Ensure compliance with all assigned training.
Perform assigned duties as outlined by supervisor, management or designee.
Basic qualifications:
High School Diploma/GED with 10 years' experience in a lab environment or Associates degree in Sciences or 2 year Technical degree in Analytical Testing with 3 years' experience in a lab environment
Preferred Qualifications:
5+ years' experience working in a R&D lab environment supporting manufacturing demonstrating skills outlined in principle responsibilities section, preferable in positions of increasing responsibility.
About Kyyba:
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, Kyyba has a global presence delivering high-quality resources and top-notch recruiting services, enabling businesses to effectively respond to organizational changes and technological advances.
At Kyyba, the overall well-being of our employees and their families is important to us. We are proud of our work culture which embodies our core values; incorporating value, passion, excellence, empowerment, and happiness, creates a vibrant and productive atmosphere. We empower our employees with the resources, incentives, and flexibility that they need to support a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling career by providing many valuable benefits and a balanced compensation structure combined with career development.
Disclaimer:
Kyyba is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Kyyba does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Rewards:
Medical, dental, vision
401k
Term life
Voluntary life and disability insurance
Optional Pre-paid legal plan
Optional Identity theft plan
Optional Medical and dependent FSA
Work-visa sponsorship
Opportunity for advancement
Long-term assignment with opportunity for hire by client

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* An INC 5000 company for 10 years
* Corp! Michigan Economic Bright Spots
* Crain's Detroit Business Top Staffing Service Companies in Detroit
* TechServe Alliance Excellence Award- IT and Engineering Staffing & Solutions
* Best of MichBusiness winner in HR Wizards & Partnerships
* Metro Detroit Elite Category: Recruitment, Selection & Orientation for 101 Best & Brightest
* 101 Best & Brightest Companies to Work for in Michigan

Kyyba

Farmington Hills, MI

Kyyba is a privately held company and specializes in staff augmentation, application software and project solutions. In operation for more than 20 years, we have earned an enviable track record and reputation within all the industries we serve. Our unique processes and maturity enable us to understand the needs of the business organizations and provide business solutions that match the real and compelling needs of our customers.

Headquartered in Michigan, Kyyba has multiple office locations and we serve local, regional and national client base consisting of Fortune 500 and middle market companies. Kyyba extends the above solutions and services to a broad spectrum of industry verticals ranging from automotive, insurance, technology, financial, transportation, government and so on.

Kyyba has been an Inc. 5000 recipient for Fastest Growing Private Company for nine years, most recently in 2017.

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