R&D Technician - Elkton Maryland

Company: W.L. Gore & Associates
Location: Elkton, Maryland
Posted On: 05/03/2024

About the Role: We are looking for an R&D Technician to join our team. In this role, you will work with scientists and engineers to support projects for our Automotive and Electronic businesses. This associate will provide evening shift support in a hands-on testing role requiring quick turnaround times while executing high-quality work. As a member of this team, you will have opportunities to influence and participate in continuous improvement and team development initiatives while working closely with a diverse team to drive and accomplish business goals and objectives.

This role will be located in Elkton, Maryland.

Responsibilities:

• Perform lab functions accurately and efficiently, including but not limited to hands-on testing, sample preparation, and test method development
• Write and implement test procedures
• Operate and maintain test equipment
• Keep accurate records
• Analyze and interpret data using Microsoft Office Applications and statistical tools such as JMP software
• Communicate results, issues, and trends
• Active participation in making product quality decisions is expected
• Partner with internal customers on characterization and validation projects to implement new test capabilities and methods
  
  Required Qualifications:
  
  • Minimum of associate degree in a scientific subject/or an engineering discipline with a minimum of 1 year experience working in a testing lab
    
  • Minimum 1 year experience working in an (IATF) International Automotive Task Force Quality Certified Business
    
  • Strong math skills including knowledge of basic statistics. Experience using Excel or equivalent is required
    
  • Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
    
  • Ability to perform quality controlled and non-routine R&D testing with timeliness and accuracy
    
  • Ability to make detailed and accurate observations
    
  • Ability to set priorities, effectively organize, and adapt to changing work environment
    
  • Ability to work independently, as well as in a diverse team environment
    
  • Ability to effectively identify and proactively communicate results and work with the appropriate associates to resolve any issues
    
  • Ability to write and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
    
  • Ability to travel up to 5%
    
    Desired Qualifications:
    
    • Familiarity with JMP application and software
    • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude such as performing simple repairs
      
      What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
      
      We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for "profit-sharing". Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
      
      We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.
      
      Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
      
      Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.
      
      Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
      
      Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact More...

          

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