Technical Specialist

Job ID: 37585 | Location: Louisville, Kentucky, USA

Looking for a company that offers excellent salary, yearly bonuses, and paid time off? Look no further, join us at Clariant! Take advantage of our full medical/dental/vision benefits, and paid holidaysjust to name a few.

The Technical Specialist contributes to the execution of programs at our Hill Street location in Louisville, KY. Your daily responsibilities will primarily consist of daily product testing in order to provide support to production and Research & Development. You will have the opportunity to work with state of the art and innovative analytical techniques, well established lab/test environment, ISO 9001 certified quality laboratory system with excellent growth opportunities. This position will support our Catalyst Division in Louisville, KY.

Responsibilities

• Safely delivers results with consistent good quality. Proactively communicates issues
• Understands and complies with procedures, policies, and company values. Accepts responsibility for actions.
• Skilled in the operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of lab equipment
• Understands safety consequence of changes in operations or equipment
• Accurately records data and reports results, including unexpected observations
• Keep a very organized and detailed laboratory notebook (may be in ELN)
• Summarize experiment results and makes observations in reports
• Understands R&D processes and project/business objs; uses this knowledge when making decisions
• Demonstrates expertise in at least one area of specialization. Executes tasks under general supervision
• Seeks to continuously improve skill levels for assigned tasks through OTJ trainings
• Proactively seeks personal development to expand skills
• Consistently meets agreed upon deadlines
• Prioritizes own tasks guided by training, procedures, policies, and supervisor guidance
• Is supportive of change initiatives
• Takes an interest in the business objectives related to projects
• Executes tasks/projects under general direction
• Demonstrates understanding of connections between personal work and project/business objectives
• Anticipates project needs and demonstrates preparedness

Requirements

• Associates, BA in Non-Chem/Chem BS, or equivalent experience
• 3 plus years R&D or Analytical Laboratory equivalent experience
• Basic Computer skills MS Office, Word & Excel
• Characterization Experience using ICP-OES, XRF, and Partical Size is a plus
• Must be able to work in a team environment as well as independently with the ability to take initiative
• Should have excellent communication skills both oral and written
• We are seeking an Analytical/Quantitative thinker
• This is a growth opportunity where we are seeking candidates who are looking to grow within our research and development division

What's in it for you?

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances
• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry-over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Online discount Mall
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan

Michael Petrea

Talent Acquisition Partner - NORAM

704-331-6788

[email protected]

Clariant is a focused, sustainable and innovative specialty chemical company based in Muttenz near Basel/Switzerland. On 31 December 2021, Clariant totaled a staff number of 11 537 and recorded sales of CHF 4.372 billion in the fiscal year for its continuing businesses. The company reports in three business areas: Care Chemicals, Catalysis and Natural Resources. Clariant's corporate strategy is led by the overarching purpose of 'Greater chemistry - between people and planet' and reflects the importance of connecting customer focus, innovation, sustainability, and people. Join us and help create sustainable value through chemistry for customers all over the globe.

Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected class as established by law.

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