Senior Technologist

USG is an industry-leading manufacturer of building products and innovative solutions. For more than 120 years, Chicago-based USG has developed award-winning wall, ceiling, flooring, sheathing, and roofing products that enable customers to build outstanding spaces where people live, work, and play. With almost 8,000 employees across North America and operations around the world, we are steadfastly committed to our core values: safety, innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, and efficiency.We're big enough that our professionals have the resources to make a difference, yet small enough that you're not just a number. You'll work on key initiatives and build strong relationships across the company that will position USG for growth into the future.USG offers work-life balance, specialist and general/managerial career paths, promotion from within, exceptional benefits, and incredible long-term career opportunities for the right professional. Each year, we have hundreds of employees who celebrate milestone anniversaries with us.POSITION DESCRIPTIONThe technician is responsible for the execution of a more expansive set of detailed tasks such as part of a larger technical team. This will include generally autonomous responsibility for physical completion of tests and technical activity.Role & Responsibilities:The technician performs assignments with the general technical guidance of more senior members of Research staff.Given specific project objectives, the technician will be capable of conducting an experiment or test to obtain the required information or data. Experimental progress and results will be reviewed for appropriateness, accuracy and completeness.The technician is responsible for ordering general lab materials and supplies as well as performing routine maintenance of basic lab equipment.The technician will be responsible for reporting data, and written documentation of experiment activity and results for the assigned task.Some travel may be required of this position.Qualifications & Requirements:Knows and observes safety regulations of the corporation.Knows and understands regulatory information (i.e., SDS) for chemicals.Responsible for ensuring safe execution of procedures for equipment and activities.Provides clear and accurate written documentation.Sets up and conducts experiments under specific instruction.Performs laboratory tasks and experiments as directed.Prepares plans for carrying out and completing assignments with the help of a more senior member.Work is defined with specific objective under general supervision.Rely on instructions, pre-established guidelines and draws on basic experience toperform functions of job.Captures and collects experimental data and completes basic statistical analysis.Has detailed knowledge of relevant concepts, procedures, practices, and equipment used in the laboratory.Familiar with products, processes and systems relating to the work of the laboratory.Maintains databases and chemical inventory records.Captures and records data, observations, measurements and reports results.Accurately completes assignments on a timely basis.Assists with preparation of reports and communication.Performs other duties as assigned.Participates in laboratory, plant and field work. Assists with planning and follow-up,including documentation of results.Operates and maintains instruments and equipment in specific work areasUSG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values - innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety - have helped us become the company we are today.EOE including disability/veteran

Created: 2025-02-08