R&D Engineering Tech

Company: Ortec Inc.
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 2, 2025

Job Description:

WE ARE GROWING AND EXPANDING OPERATIONS!!!Ortec has been providing custom chemical solutions and personalized service since 1980. With three plants and over 300 employees, we can meet the production needs of our customers while maintaining a high level of personalized service. We are large enough to get the job done, yet small enough to care. Even as the company grows and develops new services, we never forget the values that made us who we are as a company.We are a team. A family. A group of smart, talented, big-hearted individuals working together for the success of our customers and the growth of our communities.AND WE HONOR OUR COMMITMENTSWhat we do at Ortec is complicated at times. Why we do what we do is not complicated: We want to make a difference for our customers and our communities around us. How we do what we do is also not complicated: everything starts with Integrity.WHY ORTEC? The foundation of Ortec is our talented, dedicated employees. Our commitment to delivering chemical manufacturing services with measurable quality has made us a trusted partner to some of the most familiar names in business. Our success is drawn from the experience, energy, and teamwork of our employees, who consistently deliver results by anticipating change and executing solutions with confidence and passion. At Ortec, you'll be working with the latest technologies and tools, not to mention some of the industry's best and brightest minds. From the top down, this type of commitment and energy is radiated throughout the company. The result is a growing, dynamic, and rewarding place to work - a company where we work as many, and we win as one. You are a name, not a number!We offer an excellent benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability and AD&D
• Annual Anniversary Cash Award
• On-Site Nurse
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Plan
• 401k with matchPOSITION SUMMARYAn engineering technician designs and tests equipment/processes, executes plans for construction and design, documents activities, and carries out any other relevant technical tasks as determined by project needs.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Designs and builds prototypes of planned product or equipment.
    • Performs/assists in the construction of said products and equipment.
    • Set up and conduct chemical experiments, tests, and analyses using techniques such as chromatography, spectroscopy, physical and chemical separation techniques, and microscopy.
      • Accurately document with batch records, graphs, and charts to record results.
      • Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist scientists in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids, liquids, and gaseous materials of raw materials and product batches.
        • Compile and interpret results of tests and analyses.
        • Generate (or assist in generating) blueprints and plans for products and equipment.
          • Maintains records and files of all completed engineering work using the R&D document system.
          • Able to understand and interpret engineering terminology.
          • Develops or assists in developing new chemical engineering processes or production techniques.
          • Operate experimental pilot processes, assisting with experimental design.
            • Runs tests on products and equipment to ensure they function properly.
            • Provides suggestions for ways to improve products and equipment.
            • Conducts regular maintenance on products and equipment.
            • Provide technical support and assistance to chemists and engineers.
            • Prepare chemical solutions for products and processes following standardized formulas, or create experimental formulas.
            • Communicate results to Project Leadership and keep fellow lab technicians and supervisor informed.
            • Write technical reports or prepare graphs and charts to document experimental results.
              • Writes up reports of daily laboratory activity.
              • Maintain, clean, and calibrate laboratory instruments and equipment.
              • Order and inventory materials to maintain laboratory supplies.
                • Replaces equipment parts when needed.
                • Supervise or monitor other R&D Technicians/plant personnel producing chemical products for R&D Projects.
                • Maintain files, Certificates of Analysis, Safety Data Sheets, etc. for processes.
                • Keeps apprised of the latest developments and innovations in the industry.
                • Provides technical support to customers and employees.
                  • Exhibits solid customer service and interpersonal skills.
                  • Demonstrates ability to translate scientific jargon into layman's terms for explanatory purposes.
                  • Exhibits strong organizational skills.
                  • Possesses/demonstrates solid writing skills.
                  • Communicates clearly and effectively.
                  • Ensures that all safety procedures are observed during laboratory work.
                    • Exhibits familiarity with proper lab safety procedures.
                    • Don safety equipment and to follow instructions for evacuating in case of fire or chemical emergency.
                    • Abide by all Company and OSHA safety standards set for work areas.
                    • Abide by all applicable FDA and Quality standards.Education/Experience/Skills
                      • High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
                      • Technical Degree in relevant field, Chemistry or Engineering is preferred.
                      • 4-5 years related experience
                      • Intermediate knowledge of laboratory techniques
                      • MS Word and Excel knowledge required
                      • Technical/Mechanical aptitude; high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
                      • Works well on a team.
                      • Demonstrates patience when running multiple tests.This job posting is not all-inclusive, please see the job description for details.Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, physical, reference checks, employment verifications, and background screenings.Ortec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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