Lab Technician - Specialty Products
Job in
Sheboygan, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, 53082, USA
Listed on 2026-08-30
Listing for:
Aesse Investments
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-08-30
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Process Engineer, Plastics/Polymer Engineer, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Details
Job Location:
Sheboygan SP - Sheboygan, WI 53081
Job Shift: Day
Reporting to the Director of Specialty Products, the Technician will play a key role in product development, polymer film extrusion, compounding, formulation, testing, data analysis, project execution, and report generation.
What You'll Be Doing:Polymer Processing:
- Operate and develop polyolefin film and sheet extrusion processes.
- Perform co-extrusion of dissimilar resins using techniques such as cast, blown, extrusion coating, and lamination.
- Conduct polymer compounding using equipment like single- and twin-screw extruders, Banbury mixers, Brabenders, and kneaders.
- Formulate polymers with various additives.
- Perform polymer testing, including adhesion, clarity measurement, gel content, color analysis, heat seal integrity, and physical properties.
- Develop processes and optimise production techniques.
- Analyse data and generate detailed reports on findings.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Technology, or Polymer Engineering is preferred.
- 5–10 years of relevant experience in polymer extrusion and compounding preferred.
- Associate degree with more than 10 years’ experience in relevant film industry.
Skills:
- Proficiency in polyolefin film and sheet co‑extrusion using dissimilar resins.
- Expertise in extrusion techniques such as cast, blown, extrusion coating, and lamination.
- Familiarity with polymer compounding using single- and twin-screw extruders and other related equipment.
- Hands‑on experience with polymer testing and analysis methods.
Skills:
- Strong proficiency in the MS Office suite.
- Familiarity with equipment startup, purging, and shutdown procedures.
What We Offer
At SACO AEI Polymers, you’ll be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking team that values innovation, integrity, and impact. You’ll work on meaningful projects that shape the future of polymer applications, with the freedom to explore new ideas and the support to bring them to life.
What We Offer:- Competitive pay and bonuses
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- A dynamic, inclusive, and supportive work environment
- The chance to be part of a global leader in polymer technology
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