Lab Technician I

Who we are: Polyglass is values-driven organization based on family, quality and innovation. We offer so much to our team members and many choose to continue their careers at Polyglass for many years – even decades! We are a true innovator and leader in roofing solutions. Polyglass started 50 years ago in Italy. Nearly 35 years ago, we brought the business to the US and the business has grown to 6 offices producing our leading products all across the US.

Responsibilities:

• Understands and adheres to the requirements of the Business Management System and perform duties in a manner that supports the company’s Mission Statement. 

• Completes the list of competencies listed in the “Job Competency Check Sheet” for this position within the timeframe specified by the Quality Manager. 

• Performs inspection and tests precisely as described in the applicable procedures and work instructions. This includes proper and safe sample collection and their preparation. 

• Demonstrates proper use and maintenance of lab instruments and test equipment including the verification their calibration status prior to use. 

• Accurately enters test results per current ISO 9001 and company standards. 

• Understands and interprets test and inspection results and communicate issues to management in a timely manner. 

• Maintains a safe working environment, following all safety rules and procedures including Job Hazard/PPE assessment, report any unsafe conditions, incidents or near-misses. 

• Performs inventory cycle counts as needed. 

• Detail-oriented to ensure reliable and precise test results and accurate record keeping. 

• Understands and follows good laboratory practices; work in a safe manner, understand the location, purpose and use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS). 

• Demonstrates real world Root Cause Analysis (RCA) in addressing day to day challenges.  

• Meets daily expectations regarding assigned tasks as well as managing multiple activities.  

• Partners with other departments to achieve plant goals.  

• Effectively plan and organize work to achieve efficient and effective results. 

• Performs other duties as required.

Qualifications:

Required: 

• High School Diploma or GED required  

• Entry level computer skills in Microsoft Office 365 Suite.  

• Must be able to work in a laboratory environment. 

• Ability to work shifts. 

• Visual Acuity (including color perception). 

• Good Hearing. 

Preferred: 

• Associate's degree, Engineering, Applied or Physical Science is preferred. 

• At least 1 year of relevant work experience. 

• Previous experience in a production environment desired

Work Environment:

• Will be located at either the Winter Haven, FL facility. 

• Must be able to work in a laboratory environment. 

• Moderate dust, noise, hot and cold climates intermittently. 

• Lifting to 50 pounds.  

• Ability to work shift work. 

• Visual Acuity (including color perception). 

• Good Hearing

Benefits: In addition to very competitive pay, our benefits are unmatched in our industry and include features that are not available at other local employers. These include: A FREE health-plan option for employees, other health care options include plans with no-deductibles, no co-insurance costs and premium costs far below industry averages, 401(k) plans with a company match at 6% - far more free money than most plans in the market, Tuition Reimbursement. Earn a degree with up to 100% reimbursement on tuition! Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, dental and vision plans, gym membership reimbursement and more!