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TekniPlex lists this Research and Development (R&D) Engineer/Lab Tech- Co-op opportunity in winston salem, North Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Research and Development (R&D) Engineer/Lab Tech- Co-op
Job Category : Operations
Requisition Number : RESEA
Full-Time
On-site
Locations
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Winston Salem, NC 27105, USA
Description
Job Description
Provide developmental support in Pilot Plant by assisting machine operator, planning and executing trials, and implement solutions for operations. Assistance in Pilot plant will include operation of machine from a first person perspective. Planning and execution of trials will include following the development cycle through our internal operations to finished product. Implementation of operations solutions will include projects to identify inventory, run rates, and extruder-laminator run parameters.Test plans will include organizing analysis requests for both long term and short term testing needs. Package testing will include, but is not limited to heat seals, mullen burst, caliper, basis weight, COF, tensile strength and elongation, and permeation. Write reports summarizing findings. Use of Strong analytical practices.
Provide physical testing and analytical support for product development, external customers, and internal troubleshooting activities
Document test results accurately and in a timely manner in Lotus Notes Analysis Request Database
Prepare written reports or presentations for customers that clearly summarize findings
Interact with customer, operational, and quality personnel to identify and resolve product performance issues
Interact with operations and manufacturing personnel to develop trial structures and troubleshooting issues
Prepare Trial Plans through Lotus Notes Trial database, follow trials through manufacturing, and complete necessary Trial Summaries
Develop and maintain Pilot Plant, Development area, and Laboratory inventories of trial rolls
ADHERE TO ALL SAFETY RULES AND PROCEDURES
Other reasonably related duties as deemed appropriate
Continue personal development through training to enhance market knowledge, techniques, and skills
Maintains protects proprietary information as it relates to the company and customers
Maintains the company reputation by complying with governmental regulation
Perform related duties as assigned by Supervisor
Essential Qualifications
Rising Junior, Senior level Chemical Engineering (preferred), Materials Science (preferred), Packaging Engineering, Polymer Science, Polymer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Other Engineering or related scientific discipline
Critical Professional Traits
Professional Integrity and image, Initiative and Drive, Dependability, Result oriented
Critical Professional Competencies
Hands-on laboratory aptitude, Mechanical curiosity, Excellent written and verbal communication, Ability to manage multiple priorities, Strong organizational skills, Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset, Self-motivated and eager to learn
Intern Benefits Package:
$22.00/hour
$500 sign on bonus, subject to taxes, paid within 30 days of hire
$400/ month (Housing stipend) subject to taxes
Eligible to accrue PTO right away (5 Days) (40hrs =$840.00)
Eligible for holiday pay, overtime and benefits (3 Holidays) + (2 Christmas) if you stay until Dec 21 st ) _
(5 Days) (40Hours=$840.00)
Mentorship opportunities/team-bonding activities
We do not provide housing or transportation, only 1-2 miles from Wake Forest University (Plenty of housing available).
Education
High School or better.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Worksite address
winston salem, NC, 27104, US
Who can apply
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