Associate Lab, I

LyondellBasell Industries
United States, Michigan, Lansing
3610 Forest Road (Show on map)
Nov 17, 2024
LyondellBasell Basic Function The Lansing Technical Center (LMO) is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join the team. In this role, the incumbent will be responsible for primary work involved in the Fabrication/High Bay area providing compounding, injection molding, and lab testing support for application development engineers, production facilities, and customers.#LI-LL2 Roles & Responsibilities * Assist with raw materials management; inventory, ordering, SDS review, etc... This will require collaborative work with various manufacturing plants * Weighing laboratory sized Polypropylene Compound raw material blends * Manage/perform pilot line scale compounding of TPO materials for new and existing product developments, utilizing the twin-screw extrusion lines * Manage various molding requests from internal development engineers, as well as for external production/customer support * Operation of injection molding machines; mold test specimens according to ASTM/ISO/OEM standards * Perform various mold frame and tool changes * Perform test specimen prep * Maintain and perform routine maintenance on extrusion and molding equipment * Perform tests in a laboratory setting and perform various lab activities * Assist with shipping and receiving tasks * Follow all corporate/facility safety guidelines and HR practices * Support all operations, engineering, and customer needs Min. Qualifications Education: Minimum High School diploma, GED or equivalent Work Experience: Experience in Laboratory and/or manufacturing setting desired. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds as required. Training or exposure to compounding and testing physical properties of polymers preferred. Skills: Familiarity with basic IT skills is a plus; Microsoft Office email, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP and databases. Languages: English Shall be able to work 40+ hours per week Monday through Friday. Competencies Build Partnerships Deliver Results Drive Innovation Grow Capabilities Promote Inclusion Motivational/Cultural Fit Technical Skills We are LyondellBasell - a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. Through advanced technology and focused investments, we are enabling a circular and low carbon economy. Across all we do, we aim to champion our employees, and unlock value for customers, investors and society. LyondellBasell places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is strongly committed to our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. As one of the world's largest producers of polymers and a leader in polyolefin technologies, we develop, manufacture and market high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. For more information, please visit www.lyondellbasell.com or follow @LyondellBasell on LinkedIn. Must be at least 18 years of age and must be legally authorized to work in the United States (US) on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. LyondellBasell does not accept or retain unsolicitedresumes or phone calls and/or respond to them or to any third party representing job seekers. LyondellBasell is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The US EEO is the Law poster is available here.