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Make a +Difference at Kraton!
At Kraton, we make a Positive Difference, and we are looking for individuals who are also looking to make a difference in their jobs, for our customers and to the world. We are looking to hire a key member of our R&D team at our Almere location.
The purpose of the Technician role is to provide laboratory application testing, technical service and manufacturing support to scientists, to support the maintenance and growth of the business in target market segments.
As Technician you carry out fundamental mechanical/physical testing as part of two different teams (Application and Tires). These tests assist in the advancement and development of new materials as well as gathering data necessary to support the business teams. With the support of senior staff, develops formulations for various end-use and intermediate markets. You will assist with product scale-up, optimizing processing and performance testing. As application technician you can support key areas for the business such as Tires, Adhesive, Road marking, Coatings and Solvent cleaning.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out activities following well-defined safety and environmental standards
- Carry-out routine experimental programs based on detailed instructions provided
- Operate experimental set-up and contribute to maintenance of installations or equipment
- Execute experimental programs with responsibility for quality data produced and meeting agreed deadline
- Routinely purchase standard laboratory consumables
- Obtain and organize experimental data according to methods indicated by direct supervisor
- Inform supervisor of any experimental deviations from expected or specified values
- And other duties as assigned to safely perform
- Basic awareness of experimental techniques
- Understanding of equipment procedures required to execute experiments, and ability to translate procedures into a detailed working method
- Ability to communicate openly with team on experiment and procedure walk-throughs
- Demonstrated ability to obtain & organize experimental data according to methods indicated by supervisor
- High sense of safety awareness and responsibility for own working environment
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action
- Familiarity with relevant health and safety policies with regard to experiments and chemical usage
- A supportive work environment that values teamwork and collaboration.
- A chance to make a real positive difference in the industry, working on sustainable solutions.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to work with a talented and diverse team of professionals in the field.
- Continuous learning and development opportunities to enhance your skills.
- HBO preferred: Chemistry, Engineering
- Minimum 1 years related experience preferred
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.
Kraton's internal talent acquisition team manages our recruiting efforts and from time to time works with pre-selected/pre-approved external staffing agencies. We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes or candidate referrals from recruiters and/or agencies who are not pre-selected/pre-approved.
Kraton is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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