Laboratory Maintenance Technician

G‑3 Chickadee—formerly part of Goodyear Chemical—is undergoing a major transformation. As a newly independent, Private Equity–backed organization, we are modernizing our infrastructure, implementing new systems (SAP, MES,cybersecurity), and building a strong operational foundation for continued growth.

G-3 Chickadee maintains an in-house research effort in the areas of polymers and polymer manufacturing.The Polymer Technology Group operates research labs and small-scale polymerization units in support of the new product and process development efforts of the company.

TheTechnician R&D, reporting to the Site Director, is an integral part of this team along with Chemists and Chemical Engineers. This position performs as a machine/equipment and test operator in a laboratory, research or industrial facility. The work will be carried out in small-scale polymerization facilities with the objective of developing emerging new products as well as improving existing manufacturing processes.

What You’ll Do

• Operate small scale batch and continuous polymerization and finishing units
• Prepare polymer and other samples according to customer requests
• Set up and operate small glassware laboratory apparatus
• Operate a variety of testing equipment including Mooney viscometer, gas chromatograph, differential scanning calorimeter
• Compile and interpret results of tests
• Record process conditions and observations accurately
• Troubleshoot and maintain and clean laboratory and process equipment
• Provide technical support and assistance to chemists and engineers
• Communicate thoroughly and clearly with fellow operations technicians, engineers and customers
• Follow all safety and environmental work practices

What You Bring

Required

• High School diploma
• Ability to work off-shift approximately two weeks per month

Preferred

• Technical Associates degree

• Physical or chemical laboratory experience

• Pilot plant or small-scale reactor experience

• Prior experience in laboratory or industrial facility

• Experience with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Our Ideal Candidate

• Mechanical and/or chemical aptitude

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Ability to work within a team-oriented environment

Why Join G-3 Chickadee

• Fast‑paced environment with significant opportunities for innovation and optimization
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Ready to build something meaningful?

Apply today or reach out to learn more.

Let's build the future of G-3 Chickadee's technology together.

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• High School / GED