Laboratory Technician
Company: Apidel Technologies
Location: Granville
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Manager is open to candidates
recently out of College (associate degree or technical degree) no
experience needed. They will train. Just want someone eager to work
and learn. Interview - Phone screen and top candidates will be
invited on site Description: The Asphalt R&D Technician
actively participates in teams that deliver technical solutions
having significant business impact on Asphalt and Roofing Business.
This role contributes to the businesss success by providing
technical support on new product, process, and input materials for
Roofing and Asphalt related products. The technician is expected to
become proficient not only in routine quality testing, but also
apply their skills to the advanced testing the R&D team is
actively developing. Responsibilities: Demonstrates a commitment to
safety Implement a personal safety action plan and review with
leader. Engagement in regular safety meetings and safety huddles.
Ensure rigorous compliance to standard safety procedures and OC
corporate policies. Ensure a commitment to zero accidents while
working with hot asphalt and various chemicals. Practice good
housekeeping and maintenance habits. Provides various asphalt
testing support Become proficient with all types of asphalt testing
(e.g., rotational viscosity, penetration, softening point,
rheology, etc.) Understand ASTM and/or AASHTO laboratory test
methods and how to effectively test products accordingly, as well
as SOP and JHA protocols Will be responsible for data collection,
analysis, and reporting accurately and timely. Understand the
different physical properties of different types of asphalts while
troubleshooting results. Understand the different instruments and
be able to troubleshoot each. Balance multiple assignments across
individual or multiple projects. Collaborate with product
developers, scientists, and engineers to deliver quality data and
clearly communicate their timeline and observations. Able to safely
adapt to challenging projects which are innovative and new to OC.
Maintains a clean, safe and operational environment at all times.
Provide team support with calibrations, preventative maintenance,
housekeeping and inventory. Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel,
and Office. Education & Experience Requirements: A four year
technical/lab/engineering/science degree is desired with 0-2 year
of experience in lab operations desired. OR A two year
technical/lab/engineering/science associate degree with 1-3 years
of experience in lab operations in lieu of a four year degree. Must
understand and have good basic computer skills. A working knowledge
of MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint) required.
Mechanical, hands-on aptitude with analytical equipment is needed
for working in the lab. Ability to operate lab equipment. Ability
to provide quality test results in a timely manner and communicate
those results to management both verbally and written. Ability to
work both independently and within a group. Ability to analyze data
and suggest and implement improvements in product testing. Improve
the efficiency of operation. Ability to solve problems and think
outside the box to innovate unique solutions for customer products
and processes. Preference of a minimum of 2 years lab
experience
Keywords: Apidel Technologies, Newark , Laboratory Technician, Science, Research & Development , Granville, Ohio
