The hours for this position are Monday-Friday 7AM to 3PM.

The hourly rate is $25-$29 per hour.

Core Responsibilities:

• Contributes towards the behavior-based safety culture of AZEK Company / TimberTech.
• Conducts material trials and activities in lab under supervision.
• General knowledge of materials and characteristics of these materials.
• General knowledge of Extrusion process lab scale (TC-35, Brabender) and production scale (twin screw, single screw, co-extrusion)
• Basic support of trials in lab, pilot and production. (ie) calibrate feeders, collect and ID samples.
• Basic knowledge of general lab testing and measuring equipment. (ie) measuring tap, scales.
• Conducts product testing under supervision, including flexural properties, O.D. weathering exposure studies, 
  CTE, water immersion, etc.
• Collects and reports data to the appropriate personnel.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills.
• Ability to identify anomalies in data and to communicate with project owners accordingly.
• Provides manufacturing support as required.
• Assists with material testing and evaluation. (ie) lubricants, stabilizers, process aids, resins, colors etc.
• Contributes towards continuous improvement in Research and Development area.
• Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet and Outlook.
• Proficient mathematical aptitude.
• Precise and articulate written and oral communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Must strive toward being self-directed and motivated.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment is a must.
• Work schedule flexibility to accommodate the needs of the business.
• Contributes toward the positive and energetic culture.
• Performs additional duties as needed and /or assigned by supervision/management.

Qualifications: 

• One to three years in a similar position; Thorough knowledge of general lab testing and measuring equipment (scales, density, beakers, etc.)
• Ability to run an extruder (lab or production), preferably twin screw and single screw as well as co-extrusion equipment.
• Strong computer skills to include: Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Education Requirements:

Associate degree (two-year college or technical school) or Work Equivalent, Field of Study: Polymer Science, Materials, Plastics, Chemical Engineering or Engineering Technology.

Bachelor's degree Chemistry or Chemical Engineering and 3+ years of experience in a lab technician position with a wide spectrum of testing instrumentation and procedures, preferred.