Laboratory Technician

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow’s breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken creates products that enhance people’s lives and deliver solutions for its customers and communities. Drawing on thousands of patents and a portfolio with applications across the textile, flooring, chemical and healthcare businesses, the company harnesses a shared sense of integrity and excellence to positively impact the world for generations. Discover more about Milliken’s curious minds and inspired solutions at Milliken.com and on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

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Laboratory Technician, Plastic Additives

POSITION OVERVIEW

This hourly position is part of Milliken Chemicals Plastics Additives Business. This Laboratory Technician position supports the development of new products and processes relevant to Milliken’s sustainability goals. The ideal candidate will have practical laboratory experience.

The position is located at our corporate headquarters in Spartanburg, SC. Hours of work are typically Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with some flex time.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Run lab and pilot scale unit operations for process development of target molecules
• Sample analysis by GC, GC-MS, HPLC, UV-Vis and other analytical techniques
• Adept data management and quantitative analysis
• Perform mass and energy balances with experimental data
• Assist with design and build of equipment for lab and pilot scale experiments
• Develop new methods and execute non-standard tasks
• Maintain clean and safe work environments; participate fully in the safety process
• Work effectively with members of a team to achieve project targets and deadlines
• Organize and effectively communicate results (reports, tables, charts)

QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• BS or MS degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

The successful candidate will have strengths in the following:

• Proficient in use of scientific method, critical thinking, and problem solving
• Previous experience in a chemical laboratory is a plus
• Work ethic and organizational skills
• Able to follow instructions and to work independently
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Basic personal computer skill including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases

Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.