Job Description

Do you want to be part of a team that aspires to improve the quality of life for others? Are you interested in efficient manufacturing processes that promote sustainability? Do you feel a sense of accomplishment in a job well done? At Carpenter Co., we challenge our employees to learn from and inspire one another – all levels of the company collaborate, communicate and constantly improve to achieve shared success. If that sounds like an environment in which you will thrive, Carpenter Co. could be a great fit for you!

Carpenter Co. has an opening for a Lab Technician in the Physical Testing group at our Reinhart Technical Center (RTC) location in Richmond, Virginia. This Lab Technician is responsible for testing in the RTC Bedding, Physical Testing, and Flammability Testing areas under the direction of Material Testing Laboratory Supervisor and Material Testing Manager. The Lab Technician will also be responsible for preparing specimens for conditioning and testing, monitoring and operating test equipment and creating and issuing data reports.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. As the Lab Technician you will be responsible for gathering data and summarizing it in an organized format for review by their manager.

Your additional responsibilities as the Lab Technician will include:

• Perform testing of slab, bonded, and molded polyurethane cellular products such as but not limited tom the tests listed in ASTM D3574-11, ISO 1798 etc.
• Move weights (up to 45 lbs.) associated with static fatigue tests
• Develop proficiency in the operation of the equipment and software used to measure compression and tensile strength of test specimens
• Maintain organized files and manage project timelines
• Monitor and operate environmental chambers and ovens used to age samples
• Prepare sample with a die-cut press and/or table band saw according to the appropriate test standard with a full working knowledge of the aforementioned cutting equipment and associated personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Operate dynamic fatigue test equipment
• Record test results and update LIMS software as appropriate
• Create and issue data reports to the requesting group or individual at the RTC using MS Excel, MS Word, MS Access, and Zwick TestXpert software
• Assist in other Material Testing areas and with the Polymer Products group members on development and testing activities when time permits
• Maintain a tidy and organized workspace

Skills / Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1+ year laboratory experience preferred
• Basic understanding of standard laboratory procedures and safety practices
• Microsoft Office products proficiency
• Clear oral and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Organizational Support
• Attendance/Punctuality
• Dependability
• Professionalism
• Safety and Security

Excellent Comprehensive Benefit Plan

• We also have 401K, Profit Sharing and a great Benefit Package including Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and paid time off (Vacation and Holidays).

Important Notes

Carpenter Co. is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or other legally protected characteristic.

Carpenter Co. conducts pre-employment drug testing on all applicants that receive and accept a written offer of employment.