Development Technician

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Location: Chattanooga, TN, US, 37406 Troy, MI, US, 48084

Company: Woodbridge

Legal Entity: Woodbridge Sales & Engineering Inc.

Requisition : 4088

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We are innovators using advanced technology to manufacture next generation products. We are pioneers in foam technology science and provide our products to customers in multiple industries. We are a global team of over 7,000 teammates strong who are laser focused on quality, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We are a proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work through our Woodbridge Cares programs that serves communities around the world through volunteerism and philanthropy.

We are a people centric organization that has been awarded numerous recognitions for our commitment to manufacturing excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of foam technology.

Woodbridge takes immense pride in its robust corporate (think people first, innovation, lets get to it, manufacturing focused) culture, which serves our customers, Teammates, and the world. We're thrilled to share that in 2024, Woodbridge has been awarded Deloitte’s Best Managed designation for eight consecutive years. This accolade is not just an award; it’s a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, inspiring you to be a part of our journey!

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan
• Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match – Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match
• Flexible Working Hours
• Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches
• Continuous Learning Culture – We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!

The position is responsible forcoordinatingthedevelopment and improvement of new foam products. Expectations are to lead andparticipatein experimental design, and analysis, compilation, and presentation of data.

This position isalsoresponsible forassistancewith the management of housekeeping, inventory, standards, and procedures for the Development Laboratory, Process Laboratory, and Development Pour Line.

Develop andmodifyfoamformulations to meet customer and organization expectations

Frequent interaction with production staff

Write andupdateprocedures, standards,and policies

Helpmaintainthe Developmentlaboratories and work areas

Comply with Woodbridge Health, Safety and Environmental policy, applicable laws,regulation sand standards, in anyworkplace, regardless of location

Continuously remind colleagues, students, and visitors of the need to persistentlycomply with Woodbridge Health, Safety and Environmental Policies and Practices

Ensure HS&E training requirements are met and up to date

Consistently adhere and respect the values and principlesstatedin the “Code of Business Conduct and Ethics”

Understand and apply WPS principles, 5S and Kaizen toeliminatewaste and drive continuous improvement in work areas

Promote innovation and collaborative teamwork

Demonstrate honesty and integrity andensure a productive work environment based on mutual trust and respect for others

Lead/participate in experimentaldesignandcompilation,analysis,and presentation of data

Execute experiments designed to meet theobjectivesof Research and Development projects

Ability to safely use/operatea variety of lab instrumentssuch asscales,mixers, die press,Zwick, K-F Titrator, Viscometer,FT-IR,etc. and other analytical devices with training.

Priorchemical laboratoryexperienceisrequired. Chemical safety and handling, including HMIS, training is mandatory.

• Direct supervisory responsibilities are limited. Examples includesupervision of interns, supervision of line trials, orcovering for vacations.

Toperform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill,…