Research and Development Associate jobs in Poughkeepsie, NY

Overview

FAIR-RITE PRODUCTS CORP. - LOCATED IN WALLKILL, NEW YORK

Come be a part of our R&D team!  We are expanding staffing in our R&D lab at our production facility in Wallkill, NY.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Test and evaluate raw materials including physical characteristics, electrical characteristics and chemical compositions.
• Test samples and manufactured products to verify conformity to specifications.
• Record all test results on standardized forms and write test reports describing procedures used.
• Apply DOE and other statistically acceptable practices for optimization of existing and new processes.
• Set-up, adjust and operate lab equipment and instruments such as ball mills, drying ovens, hydraulic presses, XRF, surface area analyzer and computer control equipment.
• Coordinate maintenance and repair of equipment and systems used.
• Use Design Control and APQP procedures, DFMEA’s and PFMEA’s where applicable.
• Record, compute, analyze, and report data including any recommendations.
• Develop and validate specifications and capability of processes.
• Evaluate defects to determine root cause, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Follow all relevant Quality and/or Environmental standards to which Fair-Rite is certified.
• Follow all O.S.H.A. standards and the Fair-Rite Safety and Health Policy
• Other engineering duties may be assigned as necessary
• Other non-essential duties may be assigned as necessary.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Education / Experience requirements:

• A.S. in Chemistry/Material Science or other related science; equivalent experience; combination of education and experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical skills to collect and interpret data for making needed decisions.
• Strong understanding of ceramics and metal oxides.
• Strong PC / computer skills & intermediate Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and abilities.
• Design Control, APQP, DFMEA’s and PFMEA’s a plus.
• Thorough knowledge of lab equipment, instrumentation, and safety procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communications.
• Ability to work closely and collaborate with other departments.
• Ability to use advanced production quality planning and design skills are recommended.

Company Website

www.fair-rite.com

Company Profile

Fair-Rite Products Corp. is a local manufacuturing company located in Wallkill (Ulster County) New York. This is a full time position with Company benefits including a 401K Plan with Company Match. Fair-Rite is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/Disability/Vets and a Drug Free Workplace.