Laboratory Technician - Axalta Coating Systems

Job Description:

Laboratory Technician

Position Overview

Axalta Coating Systems is seeking a Lab Technician to join its Dispersion development team located at the Global Innovation Center in Philadelphia, PA at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. The successful candidate for this job will provide support to the Chemists / Engineers in the research and development process.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of experiments, conduct those experiments independently and collect, summarize and present the resulting data
• Troubleshoot problems as they arise in the laboratory, collaborate with research investigators when erroneous or unexpected results occur
• Identify and suggest improvements in methods
• Producing research experimental results, or information/data management results, or assembling and configuring of small/pilot scale equipment and control systems utilizing a variety of techniques
• Makes suggestions on path forward and contributes to formulating work plans and managing daily workflow
• Inspects and performs routine maintenance on equipment used to conduct experiments at the designated work location
• Maintain appropriate inventory of chemicals and/or supplies necessary for the completion of experiments at work location
• Maintain a safe working environment
• Preparation and evaluation of coating formulations including electro-coat, primer, topcoat and clear coat using mixing equipment and various spray equipment
• Interpretation and communication of test results using computer-based systems.
• Documentation of experimental test results using computer programs such as Word, Excel
• Safely handle, categorize and dispose of chemicals on a routine basis
• Handling multiple tasks under strict time constraints

Minimum Requirements

• High school degree or equivalent required. Laboratory experience in college or industrial setting desired.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to be able to work well in both self-managed and team environment
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting established deadlines. Comfortable working with hazardous materials
• Strong interest in hands-on work to ensure a good understanding of the products.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Possess strong computer and analytical skills
• Strong problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Axalta is committed to a diverse workforce.

Please note that Axalta Coating Systems will not accept any candidate profiles sent unrequested and unsolicited by recruiting agencies. Axalta Coating Systems collaborates with preferred providers based on framework agreements and will not pay any fees to recruiting agencies without an agreement. Should Axalta Coating Systems receive a candidate profile form a recruiting agency with which there is no framework agreement, and should the respective candidate be considered or hire, this will not entitle the recruiting agency to claim payment or fees.

Company Overview

Axalta Coating Systems Ltd. ("Axalta," or the "Company"), is a leading global manufacturer, marketer and distributor of high-performance coatings systems. With over a 150-year heritage in the coatings industry, Axalta is known for manufacturing high-quality products with well-recognized brands supported by market-leading technology and customer service.

Over the course of the Company's history, Axalta has remained at the forefront of the industry by continually developing innovative coatings technologies designed to enhance the performance and appearance of customers' products, while improving the customer's productivity and profitability. Axalta's diverse global footprint of 50 manufacturing facilities, four technology centers, 47 customer training centers and more than 14,000 team members allows the Company to meet the needs of customers in over 130 countries. Axalta serves its customer base through an extensive sales force and technical support organization, as well as through approximately 4,000 independent, locally-based distributors. The Company's scale and strong local presence are critical to its success, allowing leverage of the technology portfolio and customer relationships globally while meeting customer demands locally.

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