<p>Summary:</p> <p>Rogers Corporation is looking for a talented individual to support product development through Pilot Line operation, conducting property testing of new and existing materials, and assisting with research projects and reporting findings.</p> <p>Essential Functions:</p> <ul> <li>Operate pilot process equipment and document and report trial observations. </li><li>Prepare and blend chemical materials for use in pilot-scale experimentation. </li><li>Maintain pilot equipment, assist in altering processes to achieve goals and troubleshoot processing problems. </li><li>Work extensively with complex computer program to generate equipment run parameters and enter data. </li><li>Maintain chemical, parts and supply inventory for pilot production. </li><li>Assist in running designed experiments and failure analysis assessments. </li><li>Lift up to 15 lbs consistently, climbing ladders, and moving 50-gallon drums and 50-lb. bags of material with assistance. </li><li>Conduct material testing using complex instruments, such as DSC, TGA, TMA, FT-IR, SEM, Instron, WYCO, TIM, and electrical property measurements, or coordinate testing externally. </li><li>Assist in production scale up for new materials and products, and support transfer of final product to regular production. </li><li>Follow precise instructions and provide quality data within specified timeframes. Take initiative in identifying, reporting, and trouble-shooting problems or inconsistent data and proactively address remediation. </li><li>Apply basic troubleshooting skills to daily tasks and prioritize and optimize workflow to achieve efficiency. </li><li>Ensure accuracy in recordkeeping and maintenance of instruments, lab supplies, and work areas. Complete all assignments in a safe and environmentally safe manner. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or equivalent. May consider equivalent work experience in lieu of education. </li><li>3+ years' technical experience in a similar work industry; alternately a 2-4 year degree in Chemistry or material related field plus some industrial experience. </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills </li><li>Computer skills (MS Office, internet searches, e-mail) </li><li>Strong organizational skills; experience with database and file maintenance. </li><li>Basic understanding of mixing and coating procedures with hands-on experience in product testing. </li><li>Ability to recognize inconsistent or unexpected results or equipment function and proactively address procedures to resolve problem/inconsistency. </li><li>Ability to lift 50-55 lbs and periodically wear a respirator. </li></ul>