Job Title: Polymer R&D Technician (for Compounding & Cable Extrusion)
Location: San Marcos, Texas (onsite Monday - Friday)
Job Summary
The polymer R&D technician will perform functions pertaining to developing new polymer compounds including twin screw compounding, testing the ASTM specimens, and running wire coating/cable extruder line.
Responsibilities:
· Operating pilot-scale compounding and wire extrusion lines
· Operating the polymer characterization instruments in the lab: FTIR, DSC, TGA, DMA etc.
· Performing sample preparation including molding, cutting and stamping samples
· Testing of polymer samples per standard operating procedures - Tensile tester etc.
· Recording and documenting results and accurately compiling data
· Ensuring proper labeling and good organization of all specimens
· Collaborating with high-volume production team to introduce new compounds and implement new processes.
· Working with R&D engineers, technicians, and production operators
· Willingness to work in the plant to support cable production if needed.
Essential Qualifications:
· At least 3-years of experience in the polymer compounding or extrusion industry
· Experience of plastic compounding/mixing and plastic extrusion
Preferred Qualification:
· Associate degree from an accredited institution in a field related to science and engineering but not required
· Fundamental electrical knowledge for electrical cables
· Competency with Excel for tabulating and plotting data
· Good teamwork and communication skills
· Hands-on experience with Instron, FTIR, DSC, TGA, DMA, and TMA
· Good interpersonal skills and enjoy working as part of a team
· Diligent and detail-oriented work habits
· Experience working in a plant environment in a safe manner
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