Laboratory Technician R&D Operations
omya international
📍 egerkingen switzerland🕐 20d ago🔗 workday
Job Description
**KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES**
* Chemical and physical modifications of mineral powders, i.e. grinding, precipitation, granulation.
* Work with dispersants, grinding aids, rheology modifiers in processes such as wet grinding, dry grinding, surface modification, slurry dewatering, spray drying, slurry stabilization.
* Work with pilot-scale equipment such as ball mill and glass furnace.
* Material characterization via the appropriate analytical technique.
* Test, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment to ensure reliable operation.
* Accurately document and report experimental results in a clear and timely manner.
* Support of scientists and engineers for various interdisciplinary research projects.
* Collaborate effectively with team members and actively contribute to departmental and cross-functional activities.
* Maintain compliance with laboratory safety procedures, quality standards, and established operating protocols.
**JOB REQUIREMENTS**
* Technical studies (apprenticeship or similar technical degree) in the field of chemistry or other fields of natural science.
* Experience working in a laboratory.
* Good command of German and English.
* Good lab and organizational skills.
* Willingness to operate pilot-scale equipment.
* Fundamental knowledge in inorganic and organic chemistry.
* Excellent computer and software skills in Word and Excel.
* Motivated by lab work and practical experimentation.
* Excellent team spirit and collaboration skills.
* Proactive, motivated, target-oriented and willing to work on multidisciplinary projects.
* Experience in an ISO-certified environment.