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 immediate opening for a 2nd shift Lab Technician Pouring at our Russellville, KY, manufacturing plant.

Carpenter Co. employees are committed to working hard to ensure production goals are met while maintaining operations excellence. As the successful candidate, you will be expected to:

• Accurately measure test blocks of prime foam and carpet cushion for height, width and length.
• Operate computerized saws and band saws for sample preparation.
• Accurately weigh top skin, side skin, bottom skin, trim weight.
• Test foam for: Density, Indentation Force Deflection, Air Permeability, Resiliency, Compression Sets, Tear, Tensile, and Elongation per Company and Customer specifications.
• Record any foam visual defects such as splits, buck shot, veins, etc.
• Coordinate odor panel tests as required.
• Operate precision lab testing equipment such as various scales, United Testing machines, high pressure auto clave, various flammability chambers, ovens, static meter, micrometers, rulers, porosity machine, die cutting machine and titrator when needed.
• Perform flammability testing on foam and/or fiber.
• Accurately enter all test data into the Carpenter SAS system.
• Print all test data and distribute to Division Manager, Pouring or Carpet Cushion Manager and Quality Manager.
• Release foam for shipment in the SAP system when necessary.
• Maintain all Quality records.
• Accurately read a tape measure.

Your additional responsibilities as Pouring Lab Technician will include:

• Performing monthly department safety inspections.

Skills and Requirements

• Some previous machine operation experience is required to perform the job.
• On the job training is provided.
• Must be able to read and interpret a tape measure.
• Must have good measurement and math skills.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Must be able to operate band saw, slitter and various laboratory equipment.
• Must be able to multi-task and determine acceptability with minimum of supervision.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime.

As a 2nd shift position, the employee will receive an additional $.50/hour shift differential.

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 who receive and accept a written offer of employment.

Carpenter Co. offers a comprehensive affordable benefits package including excellent health insurance, generous profit-sharing plan, and much more. We offer long-term career opportunities for our employees in a stable industry and clean working environment. Our Russellville Division employees average over 11 years of service with the company, and we'd like for you to join us!