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September 23, 2024
Avient
Geleen
Lab Technician
Avient Corporation has a position for a Laboratory Technician, as part of the Innovation - Global Tech Centers team. This position supports our Protective Materials Business unit which was recently acquired from DSM Corporation and is located in Geleen, The Netherlands.
ABOUT AVIENT
Avient Protective Materials is patent-owner and manufacturer of Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™. Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™ is APM’s premium product brand for Ultra High Molecular Weight Poly Ethylene (UHMWPE) fiber, UD and fabric. Dyneema® combines maximum strength with minimum weight. It is 15 times stronger than quality steel and 40% stronger than aramid fiber, both on weight for weight basis. Dyneema® is used in countless applications where its performance is critical, and failure is simply not an option. Many of these applications would not be possible to design and engineer without Dyneema®. For the people wearing it, and working with it and designing with it, we summarize the promise we make with Dyneema® as “with you when it matters”. Industries like law enforcement, maritime, offshore, medical, defense, sports, outdoor, renewable energy, and personal protective equipment rely on Dyneema® for its lightweight, protective and durable properties.
Dyneema® is born from innovation. Our scientific expertise in advanced materials is created with a combination of processing knowhow, material knowledge and application experience. We’re proud of our long term collaborations with customers, and the IP protected Dyneema® technology platforms we have created together. From start-ups to global industry leaders, we invest in helping our customers develop the next generation of performance-leading applications. Further information on Dyneema® is available at www.dyneema.com.
ABOUT AVIENT
Avient Corporation (NYSE: AVNT), with 2021 revenues of $4.8 billion, provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include:
ABOUT AVIENT PROTECTIVE MATERIALS
- Unique technologies that improve the recyclability of products and enable recycled content to be incorporated, thus advancing a more circular economy
- Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint
- Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
- Avient employs approximately 8,700 associates and is certified ACC Responsible Care®, a founding member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste and certified Great Place to Work®. For more information, visit www.avient.com.
Avient Protective Materials is patent-owner and manufacturer of Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™. Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™ is APM’s premium product brand for Ultra High Molecular Weight Poly Ethylene (UHMWPE) fiber, UD and fabric. Dyneema® combines maximum strength with minimum weight. It is 15 times stronger than quality steel and 40% stronger than aramid fiber, both on weight for weight basis. Dyneema® is used in countless applications where its performance is critical, and failure is simply not an option. Many of these applications would not be possible to design and engineer without Dyneema®. For the people wearing it, and working with it and designing with it, we summarize the promise we make with Dyneema® as “with you when it matters”. Industries like law enforcement, maritime, offshore, medical, defense, sports, outdoor, renewable energy, and personal protective equipment rely on Dyneema® for its lightweight, protective and durable properties.
Dyneema® is born from innovation. Our scientific expertise in advanced materials is created with a combination of processing knowhow, material knowledge and application experience. We’re proud of our long term collaborations with customers, and the IP protected Dyneema® technology platforms we have created together. From start-ups to global industry leaders, we invest in helping our customers develop the next generation of performance-leading applications. Further information on Dyneema® is available at www.dyneema.com.
THE CHALLENGE
Are you passionate about hands-on lab work and love experimenting with new ideas? We’re looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our innovation team in Geleen! If you're someone who enjoys diving into data, solving problems, and keeping things organized in the lab together with a group of enthusiastic colleagues, this could be the perfect role for you.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
Are you passionate about hands-on lab work and love experimenting with new ideas? We’re looking for a Laboratory Technician to join our innovation team in Geleen! If you're someone who enjoys diving into data, solving problems, and keeping things organized in the lab together with a group of enthusiastic colleagues, this could be the perfect role for you.
KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
- Lab Test Requests: You’ll manage lab test requests from your colleagues, turn them into work orders, and keep everything documented in the system.
- Evaluate & Challenge: When requests come in, you’ll use your expertise to make sure they make sense and challenge them where needed.
- Planning & Organizing: Work with your teammates to plan out work orders and distribute tasks across the team of technicians and engineers.
- Keep Everyone in the Loop: You’ll be in charge of communicating updates and important information back to the requestors.
- Analyze Data: After the experiments, you’ll interpret and analyze the data, running any necessary statistical checks, and then come up with solid conclusions.
- Reporting: Write up your findings in a simple, clear report that includes a summary, setup, results, and recommendations for future work.
- Presenting Results: You’ll present your work at project or team meetings.
- Technical Know-How: You’ll need to be familiar with the lab techniques and tools to get the job done and make the most of the available resources.
- Equipment Maintenance: Alongside the local manager, you’ll help keep the lab equipment running smoothly, making sure updates or improvements are made when needed.
- Work Instructions: You’ll own the work instructions for specific test equipment, ensuring everything’s up to date.
- Stay Safe: Make sure to follow all the safety and security procedures we have in place for a safe working environment.
THE IDEAL
- A degree in a relevant field, such as Chemistry, Materials Science, Applied Science or Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline. Bachelor's level or equivalent is preferred, but relevant experience is also valued.
- Experience working in a lab environment (bonus points if it’s in innovation or research!)
- Hands-on experience with lab equipment, i.e. batch reactors, and several analyzing techniques such as chromatography, viscosity and rheometry measurements.
- A knack for keeping things organized.
- A good communicator who can explain things clearly and work well with others.
- Solid planning skills to juggle multiple projects at once.
- Knowledge of lab safety protocols and best practices.
- Command of English language (spoken and written).
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US
- Attractive working conditions and self-development opportunities.
- Friendly, open, and informal work atmosphere.
- Part of the Innovation Community.
- High degree of freedom to organize your work.
- A broad connection with other departments and regions.
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