Rogers Corporation is looking for a talented individual to assist in product development through Pilot Line operation, property testing of new and existing materials, as well as research projects with report outs to R&D Engineers and staff.
Essential Functions:
Prepare materials for processing on pilot line equipment, operate pilot line during experimental trials, and document and report trial observations.
Assist in the development, characterization, and optimization of new and existing materials, prepare development formulations for characterization; implement new product characterization methods; and document procedures.
Assist in running designed experiments and failure analysis assessments.
Lifting up to 15 lbs consistently, climbing ladders, and moving 50-gallon drums and 50-lb. bags of material with assistance.
Conduct material testing using complex instruments, such as DSC, TGA, TMA, FT-IR, SEM, Instron, WYCO, TIM, and electrical property measurements, or coordinate testing externally.
Assist in production scale up for new materials and products, and support transfer of final product to regular production.
Follow precise instructions and provide quality data within specified timeframes. Take initiative in identifying, reporting, and trouble-shooting problems or inconsistent data and proactively address remediation. Demonstrate flexibility in dealing with shifting priorities.
Apply basic troubleshooting skills to daily tasks and prioritize and optimize workflow to achieve efficiency.
Accurate recordkeeping and maintenance of instruments, lab supplies, and work areas. Complete all assignments in a safe and environmentally safe manner.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalency, plus 5+ years' technical experience in a similar work industry; alternately a 2-4 year degree in Chemistry or material related field plus some industrial experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Experience and ability to work with cross-functional development teams Computer and analysis skills (MS Office, internet searches, e-mail)
Strong organizational skills as applied to hardcopy and electronic databases and files
Basic understanding of mixing and coating procedures with hands-on experience in product testing
Self-starter and able to work with minimal support
Ability to recognize inconsistent or unexpected results or equipment function and proactively address procedures to resolve problem/inconsistency
Ability to lift 50-55 lbs and periodically wear a respirator.
