Senior Research Associate in Mason, OH

20.00 Hours Per Week

Hybrid

Must have:

• Office: documentation
• Office: Excel, MS Word
• Packaging: In Lab Work

Nice to have:

• Packaging: Specifications: Enovia

The Work

In Lab Testing of Packing to test for FFU criteria

Support Scientist/Engineers in the section with the above.

• Preparing packages for testing (measuring and filling)
• Retrieve, measure and test packaging in current testing (compatibility/weight loss)
• Document on paper and on computer the test data.
• Mark observations in testing that the Scientist/Engineer should be aware of. (e.g. product/package discolorations)

Testing types

• Vibration
• Drop
• Spray
• Compatibility/Weight Loss
• Rub Testing
• Torque Testing

Preparation

• Read and understand packaging test methods, as provided.
• Training on selected equipment if unfamiliar

Additional

• Support Scientist/Engineers in Technical Drawing delivery via external support
• Prototype acquisition
• Information gathering from external supplier websites

Intake Call Notes:

Work set-up Onsite at Mason

• Could be hybrid if the person is off writing a report or wrapping up their documentation.
• if they're testing, obviously they would need to be onsite.
• Parking is free when onsite
• Flexible working schedule in terms of hours, could be Mon/Wed/Fri as well since it’s a parttime job
• Probably 60% of the time in the lab, 40% documenting on average

Job Description:

• Hands-on experimentation and basic science, i.e., Procedural work.
• Onboards to Client systems and performs the basic and critical experimental work of day-to-day applied research.
• Spends the largest percentage of time in the laboratory, developing foundational understanding via execution of basic laboratory skills, well defined tasks and sample analysis via standard methods with input from supervisor.
• Masters basic operation of lab equipment required for the execution of standard methods and has attention to details on the analysis and results with the ability to recognize problems or unusual results with input from coach/manager.
• Identifies better ways to execute tasks to help drive productivity.
• Researcher will safely and independently set up, operate, and maintain processes and equipment in an R&D environment where the primary product is new technical understanding and prototype products.
• Individuals will conduct hands-on experiments, develop expertise in processes, work to understand relationships between key input and output variables, and independently run and improve equipment to understand operational limits and develop more robust products and processes.
• This position requires development of both fundamental understanding and pragmatic application of the knowledge.
• Safe and effective operation in a hardworking, collaborative environment is a base requirement, and curiosity and desire for continuous learning are essential.
• Work occurs in a fast-paced R&D environment, so every day is different.

Skills:

• Associates Degree in Engineering or Mechanical Field or HS diploma with experience.
• Mechanical aptitude, math skills (geometry, trig, algebra), attention to detail, organization, collaboration.

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