Geology Technician

Job Title: Geology Technician

Location: onsite at Big Flats (NY)

Duration: 12 months

Candidates should have the following:

- 3 years experience in metrology (specifically with microscopes, colorimetry, profilometry, optical attributes)

- Trained usage of Zygos

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, ability to adapt

- Work well as part of a team

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Estimated travel at 5% depending upon specific project assignment.

JOB DETAILS:

Individual will be knowledgeable in best practices and experienced in the operation of large format screen printing, glass handling, metrology, and related precision coating technologies.

Provide the safe operation and maintenance of equipment within the labs.

Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Interface and work with the Research, Development, and Manufacturing teams to innovate and manufacture new products on new or existing mechanical systems. This may include support in the design of equipment, processes, and techniques for manufacturing.

Works on assignments that are moderately complex in nature where sound technical judgment is required in making recommendations and/or solving problems.

Normally receives minimal instruction on routine work, general instructions on new assignments.

Takes initiative to identify and propose remedies to problems to increase efficient workflow.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Involves determination of manufacturability of products and improved effectiveness and cost of production processes through exploring methods, equipment, layout, workflow, time standards, capacity utilization, process/equipment improvements, and process control systems. May involve the application of knowledge and methods for understanding physical phenomena to achieve specified characteristics and criteria for products and processes (having to do with printing and coating of substrates like glass, ceramic, and polymers). Involves organizational health and safety management systems, procedures, and programs.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Good knowledge of processes and equipment related to coating, printing, and measurements.

Extrapolates from standard procedures as needed.

Seeks and implements supervisory input to resolve new types of problems.

Strong level of technical curiosity that will enable unique solutions to technical challenges.

High level of fundamental understanding of the process, equipment, and materials to enable the development of cost-effective coating processes.

Ability to work in a team-based environment and participate in matrixed project teams.

Understand how to integrate commercially available and/or Client-specific process technologies such as material addition and removal, dispensing, and automation equipment intended for manufacturing.

Able to effectively leverage external suppliers and system integrators for characterization, qualification, and commissioning of early-stage process equipment/system.

DESIRED SKILLS:

Positive and goal-focused personality

Innovative and technically curious

Problem solving and decision making

Results-oriented

Entrepreneurial spirit and avant-garde vision

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

High commitment level.

Experience working with the Scientific and Technology communities.

Knowledge of Client's manufacturing processes, especially in glass and ceramics.

SOFT SKILLS:

Ability to work on a diverse project team

Ability to effectively deal with high levels of uncertainty, ambiguity, and change

Ability to build new business relationships

Ability to work with people from a variety of different technical backgrounds

Ability to objectively understand opposing points of view and reach consensus while respecting the Client values

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

3 years of technical discipline experience in printing, surface coatings, inking, part marking, and/or associated metrology (colorimetry, profilometry, optical attributes).

HS Required; AAS preferred. High technical aptitude and scientific curiosity