Associate Scientist - On-Board Companies

About Us:
On-Board Services, Incorporated is an on-site contract service provider for a local manufacturing entity providing full time positions to our employees. We offer benefits as well as 401k.
 
Position Details:
Title: Associate Scientist
Position Type: Full Time / 1 year contract
Job Location: Trumbull, CT
Benefits: 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Compensation: $25 per hour  
 
Summary:
The Associate Scientist works closely with team of scientists and senior scientists to plan and perform laboratory assignments in the development of product formulations, measurement of physical properties, validation of performance and analysis of products. The individual draws conclusions based on data, proposes and directs next steps in the development plan and is responsible for driving development activities. The individual further functions as part of an integrated cross functional team.
 
Responsibilities:

• Execute experimental designs to optimize prototypes to meet desired performance metrics.
• Record detailed observations and data from experiments performed. Keep lab notebook records current and in good order as a working legal document.
• Draw preliminary conclusions and present to management.
• Contribute to the solution of assigned problems through development/modification of test procedures.
• Run standard and non-standard chemical, physical, or application tests to obtain data to evaluate composition of products.
• Check and maintain inventories of raw materials and supplies and maintain workspaces.
• Responsible for safe working conditions (handling dangerous equipment and hazardous chemicals). Is aware of hazards associated with work assigned, observes safe work practices, keeps equipment neat, clean and in safe operating condition, and maintains good housekeeping standards.
• Responsible for following all applicable Federal, State, and Local health, safety, and environmental regulations, as per corporate health, safety and environmental policies.

 
Qualifications:

• Four-year college degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, or related field.
• 0-3 years’ experience working in a laboratory.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and ability to balance multiple projects at one time.
• Ability to understand and carry out standard laboratory techniques.
• Basic computer skills including intermediate ability to use Microsoft Excel.
• Formulating experience in consumer packaged goods and advanced knowledge of laundry and textiles and are a plus.

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www.onboardusa.com
 
On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America.

The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC.  On-Board’s Mission is to provide “Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients’ expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner.”

On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics