Share Email Opening Apply Now Title Sr. Lab Technician   Description POSITION SUMMARY: Contribute to the profitable development and marketing of Master Fluid's metalworking fluid line of products by providing application expertise and other technical support to sales, technical services, and Research & Development (R&D). The focus is on fluid management technology and up/down stream compatibility to meet total customer requirements. Perform routine and special chemical and biological laboratory testing for R&D projects, and customers' chemical, oil, and water samples. Perform special testing on samples as directed by the Global Senior Research & Development Manager. Provide written reports based on the findings of testing performed. Assume responsibility for conducting research, developing new products, improving existing products, and conducting field evaluations on new products. Recommend new raw materials, equipment, and manufacturing procedures. Provide technical and supervisory support within the laboratory and other MFS departments as required. Help coordinate research and development activities with marketing, manufacturing, laboratory, and health and safety departments. Guide QC and production in dealing with unusual problems related to nonconforming production batches and borderline incoming raw materials. Provide technical assistance in the day-to-day production problems in utilizing and/or disposing of old stock of raw materials and finished goods. Finally, general laboratory and non-laboratory related duties within the spirit of the role of Senior Laboratory Technician I may also be required.   Position Requirements MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field and two to three years of related experience within the industry or MFS laboratory. Education requirements can be substituted with a two-year technical degree and three+ years of industry experience, or three to five years of direct experience working inside an MFS laboratory. Must have a basic knowledge of chemistry and standard analysis procedures, tests, and methods. Experience and knowledge sufficient to be regarded as a resource to the corporation in a particular field or product line. Collaborates in the application of standard project management practices. Contributes to several phases of project work. Works with manager to identify and address potential project obstacles. Works with some independence. Contributes to the documentation and internal reporting on projects and related work. Must be able to perform standard procedures independently and report results. Collaborates on the development of solutions to complex problems. Has exhibited creativity and ingenuity.   Relocation None   Travel None   Salary Range   About the Organization Master Fluid Solutions is a well-established, international chemical company in the metalworking industry, offering fully competitive benefits and a matching 401(k). Master Fluid Solutions…a Great Place to Work Follow the Golden Rule Tell the truth Support Innovation: we must innovate to thrive and survive Make a commitment…keep a commitment Continuously Improve - plan, do, check, act (PDCA) Outcome driven - not activity driven Start with the end in mind Creativity before capital A Bright Future… Master Fluid Solutions is a transitioning organization that is experiencing a new chapter of growth on a world wide basis. We are a strong company that has aggressive goals and expectations to grow our company 100% over a five-year period…and we are well on our way to meeting those goals. The culture is entrepreneurial, responsive, adaptive, and fast moving. A Proud History… Master Fluid Solutions was founded by Clyde A. Sluhan in 1951 not simply as a business for the sake of making profit but as a company dedicated to the improvement of manufacturing productivity to benefit mankind with a higher standard of living at an ever lower cost. He believed that he was put on the earth not to "pursue happiness", but to help others, and in the words of philosopher Leo Rosten, "to have it make some difference that (he) lived at all." A Great Company Our commitment to environmental responsibility and product stewardship is supported by extensive training of our associates, distributors, and end-users. We believe sound environmental practices that contribute to less waste, lower costs, and higher efficiency make good economic sense. We attract, retain, and develop Great People by fostering a culture that enhances creativity, continuous learning and improvement, teamwork, responsibility, and mutual trust.   This position is currently accepting applications. Apply Now WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles General Application in Perrysburg, OH Posted on: 4/12/2019 [Apply Now] Systems Analyst in Perrysburg, OH Posted on: 9/15/2023 [Apply Now] Training Manager-North America in Perrysburg, OH Posted on: 5/13/2024 [Apply Now]