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POSITION TITLE Lab Technician, Performance Colorants & Ingredients
POSITION OVERVIEW This position is part of Milliken Chemicals Performance Colorants & Ingredients Business. The position provides technical support for development of new products and support of current products. The position is located at our corporate headquarters in Spartanburg, SC. Hours of work are typically Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Perform reactions and chemical synthesis Perform purification/isolation and analytical characterization Perform testing and chemical analysis on samples Document experimental procedures, results and observations Maintain clean and safe work environments Participate fully in the safety process Work effectively with members of a team to achieve project targets and deadlines Organize and effectively communicate results and new ideas (presentations, tables, charts) Use of scientific method and critical thinking/problem solving QUALIFICATIONS - REQUIRED Associate, bachelor's or master's degree in Chemistry or related technical field or 5 years of relevant work experience Strong chemical synthesis experience, aptitude, or training Experience working in a chemical laboratory setting; including safely handling and mixing chemicals, documenting experiments, and operating scientific equipment Strong verbal and written communications skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Milliken is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, including but not limited to lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
