Rubber Development Lab Technician at PRESSSEAL CORPORATION

Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Sample Preparation, Quality Testing, Data Entry, Communication, Collaboration, Documentation, Safety Compliance, Mechanical Aptitude, Analytical Thinking, Mathematics, Hypothesis Testing, Scientific Method, Attention to Detail, Technical Standards, Laboratory Equipment, Microsoft Office

Industry

Construction

Description

Description Position Summary: The Development Lab Technician is responsible for performing sample prep and quality testing of rubber materials and parts, including mixed, extruded, and molded components. This role ensures materials meet internal and customer specifications by accurately collecting, recording, and reporting test data. The technician works closely with the production, engineering, and technical teams to support compound development, trial evaluations and maintain compliance with quality standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct daily testing of mixed, extruded, and molded rubber samples. Prepare rubber compounds for molding and testing. Enter test results accurately and promptly into the Lab System database and development spreadsheets. Communicate results and release material for production based on testing outcomes. Collaborate with production, engineering, and technical teams to test trial materials and report findings. Complete all documentation and computer entries accurately, including customer-specific product certifications. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with OSHA standards. Perform other duties as assigned. Equipment Utilized (with supervision): Tensometer Rubber sample cutters Ovens Calipers, snap gauges, scales Moving Die Rheometer (MDR) Mooney Viscometer Laboratory rubber mixer Laboratory rubber mills Requirements Qualifications: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other lab-related software Strong basic math skills Mechanical aptitude with analytical thinking skills Ability to read and interpret ASTM and similar technical standards Consistent and exemplary attendance record Ability to create and test a hypothesis Mastery of basic scientific method Ability to communicate observations about the test and test results High level of awareness – e.g. Potential differences in test samples, surface condition, variation in test values, etc. Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED required Prior laboratory or rubber industry experience is a plus (not required) Work Environment: This position operates in a laboratory and manufacturing environment. Proper PPE and adherence to safety protocols are mandatory. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Environment: Heat, Fumes

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Responsibilities

The Development Lab Technician conducts daily testing of rubber samples and prepares rubber compounds for molding and testing. They ensure materials meet specifications by accurately collecting and reporting test data while collaborating with various teams.