Sr. Technician

Job Title: Binder Implementation Technician
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Binder Implementation Technician focuses on enabling innovative solutions for insulation products as part of the Insulation Binder Science & Technology (S&T) Team. This position will be responsible for supporting the binder implementation team’s efforts of cost and quality improvement projects related to the development and implementation of new binder solutions for the insulation business across the Technical and Building Insulation Groups.
Reports to: Sr. Engineer R&D – Binder Implementation
Span of Control: Individual Contributor
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates an unconditional commitment to Safety, Inclusion, & Diversity
Focuses on sustaining a safe work environment for self and coworkers by maintaining equipment and building safety into trial set-up and equipment designs
Implements a personal safety action plan and executes with excellence
Commits to identify and implement safety changes and audits in every plant where work is being done
Binder Development and Implementation
Supports efforts for safe and effective execution of plant binder trials
Designs, implements, and runs binder room equipment to enable trialing of new or revised binders, focused on binder delivery, application, and implementation across all insulation plants and binder systems
Supports end-of-line testing for product performance verification during binder related trials
Supports team in preparation of binder equipment and supply creates through identifying and preparing equipment and partnering with Shipping and Receiving team to coordinate shipments to trial locations
Responsible for partnering with Operations, Maintenance, Product Development, and Product Engineering teams to drive efficient binder implementation projects aligned with business initiatives
Maintains record/inventory, design potentials, and maintenance of various hosing, pumps, fittings, spray nozzles, tanks, etc. to be used in binder related trials and assessments
Supports S&T, Advanced Manufacturing, and Operations teams with design and development of new or redesigned equipment to enable testing, qualification, or production for binder related efforts
Team Collaboration
Supports collaboration among S&T, Process Development, and Operations teams to achieve business objectives related to insulation product cost, quality, and innovation
Develop self and colleagues to properly prepare for and execute safe and efficient plant trials
Sought after as an expert of Binder Application Systems and utilized as a resource across the organization to enable the research and implementation of new or revised chemistries, chemical processes, and application methods
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
Strong technical aptitude for manufacturing processes
Associates degree or higher in Engineering, Chemistry, or Related Technical Field
3+ years’ experience in Manufacturing, Maintenance, R&D, or Engineering work environment in lieu of degree
Travel: 50%
PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in Chemical related manufacturing setting
Familiarity with fluid handling and equipment – pumps, piping, hoses, etc.
Forklift familiarit