Lab Technician/Operator

At DuPont, we are working on things that matter; whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world.If you would like to be a part of a premier multi-industrial company that is delivering sustainable solutions that bring real purpose and value, of a company with collaborative spirit because it believes that we work best when we work together as a team and values the diversity of thought, then DuPont is the company for you!We are excited to share that on May 22, 2024, DuPont announced plans to separate(1) into three industry-leading, independent publicly traded companies. This strategic move will create focused businesses with distinct investment profiles. We believe the proposed separations will create opportunities for all three future companies to better serve their customers and unlock long-term value for stakeholders. This process is expected to take 18-24 months from the date of announcement to complete. We are committed to supporting our employees throughout this transition and ensuring a smooth and successful separation process. We look forward to welcoming new talent who are interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization.WHY JOIN US?Our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter!Have the Opportunity to chart your own course, challenge yourself, and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career. We reward employees with competitive pay and incentives to recognize skills, competencies, and contributions to business results.Get to Experience a collaborative environment where teamwork is celebrated with flexibility that enhances balance and an inclusive atmosphere that is welcoming to all!Get to know our Purpose and make it yours by bringing innovations to market that improve the world, share a commitment to sustainability that makes our planet better and give back to communities in which we work and live.DuPont has immediate openings for experienced Production Operators in the Model Shop production facility within the Engineering Department at our Marlborough, MA site.RESPONSIBILITIES DESCRIPTION ​Your key responsibilities will be/what you’ll do:​

Follows all safety, HR (human resources), site, work area, and attendance policies

Sets-up chemical mix equipment, including tanks, piping, tubing, pumps, filters and mixers for small volume (1-50 gal) manufacturing and customer sample batches

Assembles small scale (1-13 gal) laboratory equipment (pumps, Teflon tubing, capsule filters, compression fittings) in order to perform various process steps

Follows manufacturing procedures and instructions for weighing, mixing and sampling chemical products; handles chemicals safely while wearing PPE

Filters chemical products using pumps and in-line filters

Observes batch manufacturing, monitors gauges, flow rates. Documents progress on batch sheets

Performs some tests on product to ensure conformance with specifications, using standard test equipment, materials, and procedures

Delivers samples to various testing areas

Executes small scale experiments directed by Engineering for the development of new Micro Electronic products.

Executes small scale experiments directed by Engineering for the development of new manufacturing processes such as filtration and ion exchange

Collects and tabulates data accurately and thoroughly

Writes procedures, Job Aids, and performs MOC (Management of Change)

Responsible for managing projects related to Model Shop processes and equipment that include collaboration with other groups, documenting progress, finding solutions, gathering data

Documents work clearly and promptly in various media and applications

Uses mechanical skills to understand why and how to operate equipment

Uses a forklift to transport chemicals to and from work area

This position requires a 12 hour day shift which includes Saturday and Sunday, alternating 4 and 3 day work weeks (training for this position is during Mon-Fri 8.5hr day shift), with occasional overtime as required, including day and time may vary.JOB QUALIFICATIONS ​Your qualifications profile:Required:

Minimum 2 years of experience in a production environment, 4 or more years preferred

Must be flexible with respect to daily tasks

Must be adaptable to the safety, quality, costs, and processes associated with daily tasks

Must be able to work well with peers, engineers, scientists, all functional groups

Must have good basic math skills including some algebra

Must have good oral and written communications skills

Must be able to lift 40 lbs

Must be computer literate (basic skills in Word and Excel)

Must be willing and able to learn new skills and own new responsibilities

Preferred but not a must:Experience handling chemicals, ingredients, or materialsJoin our Talent Community (http://careers.dupont.com/us/en/jointalentcommunity) to stay connected with us!DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information (http://www.dupont.com/global-links/accessibility.html) .(1)The separation transactions are subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, including final approval by DuPont's Board of Directors, receipt of tax opinion from counsel, the filing and effectiveness of Form 10 registration statements with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, applicable regulatory approvals, and satisfactory completion of financing.  For further discussion of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could impact the achievement, expected timing and intended benefits of the separation transactions, see DuPont’s announcement (http://www.dupont.com/news/dupont-announces-plan-to-separate-into-three-independent-publicly-traded-companies.html) .