Research and Development Technician II

Polyglass USA, Inc. , a premiere roofing materials manufacturer, has an opening for a Research and Development Technician II located at our Deerfield Beach, FL facility.

This position will be responsible for testing raw materials, compounds and finished product. The Technician will also be responsible for making and testing asphalt / polymer mixes, using equipment and understanding test methods and protocols while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

This position will report to the Research Scientist and involves close association with production, sales, purchasing, technical service codes and customer service.

Additional reporting to the Director of R&D.

What You Get To Do :

• Conduct material testing on compound, raw materials, finished product and prototypes. Examples of tests used to conduct the material testing include penetration, softening point, rolling ball tack, melt flow, low temperature flexibility, dimensional stability, tensile, peel, shear and tear testing.
• Examples of instruments used in this position include penetrometer, weatherometer, softening point apparatus, Instron, DSC, DSR, viscometer, high shear and low shear mixers, ovens and environmental chambers.
• Keep Laboratory Journal and accurately records test results on a computer in an approved format is essential for this position.
• Promote the quality system through adhering to the elements of and being familiar with the philosophy, quality statement, quality manual, and procedures.
• Promote health, safety and environmental regulations by ensuring that standards, policies, and procedures are adhered to in compliance with corporate, federal, state, and local requirements.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Laboratory Journal
• Be a self-starter and work independently.
• Use logic and reason in dealing with problems.
• Adjust to changing variables in the workplace.
• Engages others in constructive debate to explore alternative ideas and actions.
• Communicates effectively and concisely in oral and written messages.
• Must be persistent when accomplishing a task or assignment.
• Work harmoniously and with tact and diplomacy in dealing with a broad range of people.
• Effectively plans and organizes work to get efficient and effective results.
• Working knowledge of test equipment, calibration techniques, test methods, protocols and specifications.
• Manage projects and achieves desired results efficiently and on time.
• Analyze data and prepares reports.
• Must be flexible, multitask, and manage many assignments or projects at the same time.
• Manage timelines and critical paths effectively.
• Possess excellent mathematical and analytical skills.
• Reports and documentation

What We Look For :

• Self-motivated, self-starter that can maintain a clean and safe working environment, following all safety rules and procedures is required.
• Ability to work with a personal computer in a Windows environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor's of Science / Arts in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Material Science, Polymer Science, or Colloid and Surface Science plus 2 years' experience working in asphalt, asphalt / polymer, coatings, waterproofing, roofing or related field;

OR High School diploma or GED with 5 or more years' experience working in asphalt, asphalt / polymer, coatings, waterproofing, roofing or related field required.

Join the Polyglass family today.