Specialist, Application Lab

The Application Lab Specialist will manage all aspects of the various Wixom Application Testing Laboratories, supporting application development and specification related testing services for Automotive, Electrical, Healthcare, & Consumer/Industrial segments for the Americas ETP business. The specialist will be responsible for a variety of testing services, including weathering, physical, chemical, and mechanical testing on ETP materials.

The Application Lab Specialist will manage all aspects of the various Wixom Application Testing Laboratories, supporting application development and specification related testing services for Automotive, Electrical, Healthcare, & Consumer/Industrial segments for the Americas ETP business. The specialist will be responsible for a variety of testing services, including weathering, physical, chemical, and mechanical testing on ETP materials.

Responsibilities include:

• Operating specialized laboratory equipment to test parts according to internal methods and external standards (e.g. ASTM, ISO, OEM), providing accurate and timely testing results, conclusions and summaries to requesters.
• Working closely with commercial and T&I stakeholders to schedule and prioritize testing based on business strategy, targets and other priorities.
• Assessing and reporting failure modes, observations and conclusions using prior experience and knowledge and, if possible, relate them to known material behavior and characteristics.
• Developing new test methods and managing installation and startup of new lab equipment.
• Mentoring, training and overseeing work of other technicians or engineers supporting laboratory testing.
• Maintaining all equipment, including repairs, calibration, and purchasing lab supplies.
• Managing financial responsibilities such as budgets and expenses for the labs.
• Conducting regular housekeeping/5S to always keep labs presentable for tours.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, safety and good laboratory practices. Supporting A2LA and other accreditations, as needed.
• Following, implementing, and updating all LOTO procedures, SOPs, corporate safety standards, and regulatory EHSS requirements., Regular, predictable attendance is an essential function of this position. Applicants must be regularly available and willing to work Monday - Friday during assigned hours of operation and such other hours as the company determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs

• Bachelor’s degree in physical sciences or engineering
• Minimum 10 years’ experience with laboratory testing and management, preferably with plastic materials testing
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office tools, various laboratory software and electronic lab notebooks
• Knowledge of Automotive, Healthcare and/or Electronics testing
• Expertise in laboratory techniques, troubleshooting equipment, and implementation of new test methods
• Knowledge and use of statistical methods with excellent data
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks to meet various project deadlines
• Planning and negotiation skills
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Self-motivated execution of tasks and report outs, * You must submit your application for employment online to be considered. Please submit your resume using the “Apply Now/Apply” option on this page.
• You must be 18 years or older
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work for SABIC in the United States on a full-time basis.

A career at SABIC provides you with an opportunity to leave a lasting positive impact to the world and yourself. From excellent health and well-being benefits to our comprehensive learning programs. We offer a wide range of benefits and offerings that recognize that our people have unique motivations and ambitions. It’s all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. Let’s explore what matters!

As one of the world’s largest diversified chemical companies, we activate the power of human capital to address society’s future challenges. Through partnerships, we enable life-saving medical innovations and help fight world hunger. We are driving the circular economy for the benefit of communities and our planet through sustainability initiatives, such as our TRUCIRCLE portfolio. Today, the company serves customers in more than 140 countries with a global workforce of close to 29,000 talented individuals. Our values - Inspire, Engage, Create, and Deliver - are the foundation of our success. To learn more about these and how we strive to Be the Impact, click here: www.sabic.com/en/careers/benefits-that-matter/career-matters/SABIC-Leadership-Way

Our purpose is “Chemistry that Matters”. This is what drives us to do what we do. “Chemistry” goes beyond applying science and technology to enhance the supply of essential materials to the world. It is how we work, to build long-lasting relationships of trust. “What Matters” is making a meaningful impact for the world - through the customers and communities we collaborate with, so that we succeed and grow together.

It is all about matching what matters to you with what matters to us. We are mindful about the importance of the team we are building and how our team members impact to our culture. We believe that good ideas come from anywhere, being inclusive to diverse perspectives is stimulating, encourages innovation and is critical to our mission. Let us explore this together!