WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

CertainTeed/GCP Applied Technologies is seeking a motivated Research Technician to join their team in Wilmington, MA.

The Research Technician safely performs specialized R&D assignments, involving sample preparation, testing, analyzing, improving, installing, operating, and/or solving problems concerning our processes, equipment, and products.

Essential Functions

The essential functions of this Research Technician include but are not limited to:

• Prepares/processes materials samples including:
  • Active involvement in standard and exploratory experiment design.
  • Routine laboratory activity to make or prep materials and test samples.
  • Development work with non-routine R&D assignments such as design of fixtures for experimental set-up and establishing proper data acquisition.
• Collects and reports scientific & engineering data obtained from laboratory equipment through an effective plan/coordination and maintains laboratory notebook.
• Maintain laboratories and equipment including set-up, operation and troubleshooting of experimental equipment or instruments.

COMPETENCIES:

• Capability to use personal computer and Microsoft Office applications, such as Excel and Word.
• Troubleshooting skills-to aid in fixing equipment and improving processes.
• Basic knowledge of HSE and 5S for maintaining chemical inventories, safety programs.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS?

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED (demonstrated equivalent) with 1-5 years of experience in technical related field.
• Hands-on experience in general laboratory tasks including proper chemical handling.

A TEAM READY TO WELCOME YOU

Saint-Gobain Research (SGR) North America is one of Saint-Gobain’s largest industrial research laboratories. The center is home to more than 400 employees working at the leading edge of innovation on multidisciplinary industrial research, preparing the future by designing tomorrow's products and processes across an amazing variety of markets and technical disciplines. Since 1985, SGR North America has been supporting existing businesses, developing future businesses, and nurturing talent.

Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and solutions which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all. They can be found everywhere in our living places and our daily life: in buildings, transportation, infrastructure and in many industrial applications. They provide comfort, performance and safety while addressing the challenges of sustainable construction, resource efficiency and climate change.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Saint-Gobain is an industry leader with thousands of talented team members who are dedicated to one unified purpose: We bring well being to people by creating great living spaces and improving daily life. You’ll find us wherever people live, work, play, move and heal. Driven by people with unique ideas and a passion for excellence, our businesses manufacture world-class products for a broad range of engaging industries.