Lab Tech - Processing and Material Mgmt.

What we offer At Evonik, you’re part of a global chemical company working in many sectors that go beyond chemistry. From lipids for tomorrow’s medicines, biosurfactants for green detergents, additives for plastics recycling or membranes to help drive forward the energy transition, you’ll play an essential part in helping the world’s most essential industries succeed. Our success hinges on a diversity of ideas powered by people, not egos. Whether you’re a scientist or engineer, new to the team or established, in business, production, or anything in between – we cheer each other on. Because we believe we can do anything. Explore everything. And Be Part of Something Special! Find out more about the many benefits we offer: https://www.evonik.com/en/careers/why.html Meet the team and get to know the people behind Evonik: https://www.evonik.com/en/news/meet-the-team.html Responsibilities : Operate and maintain polymer processing and additive manufacturing (3D printing) equipment, including printer setup, build execution, post-processing, and routine equipment upkeep, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and attention to detail. Conduct polymer processing activities such as powder mixing, blending, sieving. Polymer extrusion, and injection molding, including preparation of polymer and additive formulations. Support processing operations and optimization, including equipment setup, tooling changes, startup/shutdown, cleaning, troubleshooting, and process parameter adjustments to improve performance and product quality. Utilize CAD software and coordinate internal/external processing and testing activities to support product development, design modifications, and additive manufacturing projects. Execute laboratory processing and testing activities in accordance with SOPs, ASTM, ISO, and internal standards, while maintaining accurate laboratory records, logbooks, and electronic data management systems. Maintain laboratory compliance and continuous improvement efforts by reviewing procedures and documentation, interpreting processing instructions and SDS requirements, supporting equipment maintenance and calibration, and recommending process improvements when gaps are identified. Coordinate and support laboratory projects and priorities, adjusting workload based on business needs, project timelines, and laboratory requirements while collaborating with laboratory leadership and cross-functional teams. Manage material inventory and logistics activities, including maintaining inventory systems, organizing materials, conducting inventory audits, identifying and labeling chemical hazards, receiving inbound shipments, and preparing compliant domestic and international shipments. Provide collaborative support within the laboratory, including mentoring and training team members, fostering a positive and respectful work environment, supporting quality programs, challenging the status quo constructively, and maintaining effective communication with internal and external stakeholders. Ensure full Environmental, Safety, Health & Security (ESHS) compliance by following policies and procedures, completing required training, reporting injuries and hazards, promoting safe work practices, providing peer coaching, and actively participating in ESHS management initiatives. Qualifications : Associate degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 2-4 years of hands-on experience in polymer processing and/or additive manufacturing (3D printing). Experience working with high-temperature polymers, powder handling processes, and hazardous materials/chemicals. Knowledge of inventory management practices, including material traceability, inventory control, and material handling systems. Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory and processing equipment. Demonstrated ability to follow and execu…

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