at Hentzen Coatings, Inc. in Batavia, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Hentzen is a unique company in today's world. Since our inception in 1923, we have remained an independent, privately held company committed to being a leader in the development and manufacture of quality coatings through innovation, dedication and service to our customers and employees. This continual commitment has led to Hentzen's recognition as a technology leader and trusted partner to our customers in the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets we serve. Through nearly 100 years of innovation experience, we have developed a unique ability to custom engineer advanced coatings designed to meet each of our customers' unique and challenging requirements. This innovation comes to life in our state-of-the-art facilities where our talented employees are challenged to develop coatings to solve these unique problems. If you want to join a technology leader, known for its innovation and dedication to its customers and employees, Hentzen can offer you a rewarding and challenging opportunity to learn and grow.
Lab Technician - R&D
1st Shift M-F (7am - 3:30pm)
Batavia, IL Plant
The Lab Technician R&D performs small production and lab sample batch-making tasks in the production of industrial coatings products to meet customer specifications in accordance with established Hentzen Coatings health, safety, and environmental procedures.
Successful candidates will have an acceptable score on the color matching and math tests.
DESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Gathers raw materials, assembles batches, shades, and performs QC testing
Evaluates batches for conformance to specifications
Adjusts properties of individual batches within formulation guidelines
Performs testing related to product performance
Prepares customer samples and panels
May be required to perform all aspects of liquid batches of 10 gallons or less, such as dispersion, letdown, color matching, quality control and filling.
Maintains records of processes and results
Documents and records all actions taken in preparation of product
Records batch information in appropriate computer programs
Maintains standards for housekeeping and safety
As part of the housekeeping procedures, the employee may be involved with the disposal of hazardous waste. The initial training of how to properly dispose of hazardous waste will be performed by the Environmental and Safety Coordinator or the department supervisor. Annual training of the same will be performed by the Environmental and Safety Coordinator.
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Preferred education level: Associate's or two-year college degree or equivalent
Preferred experience level: One to three years' experience in a laboratory setting preferred and preferably in coatings
Working knowledge of basic algebra, percentages, and a variety of measuring and testing equipment, such as Karl Fischer, scales, grind gauge, KU viscometer.
Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Outlook), ERP system and other office machinery
Superb written and verbal communication skills
Excellent color vision
Excellent math skills including metric to standard conversions
Works well in a team environment
Excellent team building and communications skills
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk and/or hear, stand, and/or walk, use hands to finger, handle or touch objects or controls and move from place to place. The employee is regularly required to sit, balance, stoop, and occasionally reach above shoulders. The employee occasionally must use foot/feet to operate machinery, climb or balance and reach above the shoulders. The employee may regularly lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
Personal Protection Equipment is required during various processes in the production facility. Safety shoes, glasses, respirators, fire retardant uniform and earplugs may be required when performing certain functions.
Please send resume to:
Hentzen Coatings, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources
6937 W. Mill Road
Milwaukee, WI 53218
or
APPLY ONLINE AT:
Hentzen Career Center
Women, minorities, Veterans, and disabled individuals are encouraged to apply.
HENTZEN COATINGS INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
www.hentzen.com
Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
All candidates are subject to a post offer job related physical, drug screen, and
background check.
M-F: 1st Shift
7am - 3:30pm
Hentzen Coatings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
