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    R&D Lab Technician - Salt Lake City, United States - The Weir Group PLC

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    R&D Lab Technician

    Weir Minerals

    Salt Lake City, UT

    Onsite

    Purpose of Role:

    The Lab Technician is responsible for contributing to the progress of the Elastomer Research and Development team by accurately weighing, expertly mixing, and thoroughly testing R&D rubber materials, thereby advancing the frontier of elastomer technology and fostering innovation in product development.


    Why choose Weir:


    Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future: At Weir, the growing world depends on us.

    It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive.

    And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It's a big challenge - but it is exciting.

    An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take.

    Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.


    Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual's contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves.

    We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

    Key Responsibilities


    • Collaborative Support and Testing: Assist the Elastomer Development Scientist with Research and Development by thoroughly testing, weighing, and mixing rubber and rubber specimens.
    • Communication Skills: Routine reports and correspondence effectively and demonstrate strength in both oral and written communications. Speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
    • Equipment Proficiency: Use laboratory test equipment such as rheometers and durometers, as well as running scientific testing apparatus.
    • Mathematical Aptitude: Use basic arithmetic operations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals to ensure accurate testing results.
    • Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.

    Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications:

    • Associate Degree or Technical College Degree/Certificate
    • 3-5 of lab experience, ideally focusing on elastomer products.
    • 3-5 years of experience in quality control.


    Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable.

    Thanks to Weir's technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost.

    With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future.

    We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 counties, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.


    For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

    Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace.

    We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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