Crafco, Inc. has an opening for a Lab Technician at our Sealant Plant in DeKalb, IL. Come join our team! This full time position, Monday - Friday, is based in the materials lab at our Sealant Plant in DeKalb, IL. The qualified applicant will perform raw materials and finished product quality assurance, experimental mixture blending and testing, and other lab testing and evaluation procedures with company products as assigned. This position offers a competitive hourly rate with an excellent benefits package including: Profit Sharing, Matching 401(k), Health, Life, Disability, Dental, Vision, Holiday, Personal & Sick pay, Maternity/Paternity leave and more!Specific Duties:Perform test and evaluation on raw materials and finished products in accordance with the Quality Control Manual, assuring safety, quality, accuracy and consistency.Prepare and test experimental mixtures in the lab for evaluations of raw materials and formulations according to instructions provided.Maintain lab equipment and work areas in a clean, orderly, and safe manner. Assist with maintaining supplies of raw materials for experimental use.Classify tested finished products according to appropriate warehouse criteria.Proficient performance of testing functions.Accurately sample and test sealants for agency approval.Record accurate data when performing duties.Maintain appropriate records on file.Report results in timely manner.Develop and maintain cooperative, professional relationships with other employees.Adhere to company Code of Conduct, policies, and safety requirements. Perform assigned duties, and/or other tasks as assigned by supervisor.Qualifications: Must possess a High School diploma or GED.A minimum of 1-3 years lab experience.Working knowledge and familiarity with raw materials and finished product specifications and properties.Must have sound judgement to plan, perform and make decisions on sequence of set ups and operation within standard methods and procedures.Ability to use basic math involving decimals and fractions.Ability to read and understand formulas, charts, and specifications.Ability to perform physical requirement of job such as standing for long periods of time, occasionally lifting or moving objects up to 50 lbs.About Crafco, Inc.Crafco, Inc. has delivered confidence through innovation, quality, and value to our customers since 1976. Crafco is the world's leading manufacturer in quantity and diversity of packaged pavement preservation products and equipment. As a subsidiary of Ergon, Inc., our core values consist of Empowered Service, Selfless Leadership, Purposeful Growth, and Respectful Relationships, which provide an excellent work environment for future growth. Learn more about Crafco and Ergon by visiting: www.crafco.com https://ergon.com/sustainabilityContact us to see if you can be a part of our TEAM.Crafco, Inc. is an EEO employer and a drug-free workplace. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US and have a valid driver's license. Any employment offers are contingent upon a pre-employment drug test and background check.
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