Powder Process Scientist Group Lead

Company: EAD Corporations
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Consider joining Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories where people are the most important element in our chemistry. Celebrating 55 years of service, Lancaster Laboratories is a leading contract lab providing testing and research services in the environmental, pharmaceutical, and biopharmaceutical sciences to clients worldwide. Eurofins Lancaster Laboratories, a nationally recognized laboratory, is searching for an experienced Scientist to work in our Professional Scientific Services group in Santa Clara, California supporting and leading a--materials team in developing polymeric materials to support emerging technologies. Job Description RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Supervisory component (20%)

• Lead and manage team members
• Create and drive a positive, inclusive, success-oriented, high performing team
• Track and monitor team performance using internal and external metrics
• Implement employee development opportunities including career growth, technical growth, leadership growth, and facilitate peer-to-peer cross training
• Identify and resolve service and personnel problems in a timely manner
• Escalate service and personnel problems as needed
• Timecard approvals, PTO approvals, and other related administrative tasks
• Collaborate with and report to area leadership Technical component (80%)
  • Write recipes and operate equipment for a novel powder coating process
  • Perform pre-coating powder preparation and post-coating secondary operations
  • Rigorously record all batch records and powder characterization results
  • Work closely with hardware technicians in daily operation of tools; raise issues to lead process engineer and hardware engineer.--
  • Perform material characterization to analyze processed samples. This includes powder rheology, particle size analysis, TGA, DSC, XRD, BET, and KF titration. Document analysis performed and communicate analysis results to process engineers.
  • Routine maintenance of characterization instruments such as regular calibration, and cleaning as required in SOP. Elevate issues with instrument to lead engineers.
  • Conduct powder rheometry analysis using Freeman Technology FT4 and Shulze shear cell
  • Prepare data for presentation and assist in generating technical reports, and interact with other internal and external groups
  • Write protocols and technical reports and transfer methods internally and externally THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WOULD POSSESS:
    • Basic understanding of vacuum system operation preferred
    • Previous experience with power characterization methods preferred
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience interacting with people from a wide range of skill levels and experience
    • Experience working in a GMP/GLP regulated environment is preferred
    • Excellent technical writing experience such as protocols, reports, and SOPs
    • Demonstrated ability to work as an independent, self-motivated, detail-oriented, result-driven and highly flexible team-player in a fast-paced working environment
    • Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills
    • Excellent attention to detail; excellent project management skills including the ability to manage time and ability to elevate relevant issues to project lead and line-management
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team with internal and external clients, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
    • Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies Qualifications Basic Minimum Qualifications:
      • Bachelor's degree with 4+ years' experience or Master's degree with 2+ years' experience
      • Degree in chemistry, analytical chemistry, life sciences, or other related degree concentration
      • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship Additional Information Position is full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, with overtime, as needed. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Santa Clara, CA are encouraged to apply. As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. We offer excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and vacation, personal days, and dental and vision options. Eurofins is a M/F, Disabled, and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Other jobs at Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions

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