Asistente técnico, Senior

Join us as a Technical Assistant, Senior and play a key role in supporting the development and testing of innovative polymer technologies within our Science & Technology team. You will contribute to laboratory operations by preparing, executing, monitoring, and documenting synthesis experiments while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.

In this role, you will work closely with research scientists to support the development of polymer emulsions, alkyd resins, solution resins, and related technologies. Your work will help ensure laboratory readiness, proper inventory control, accurate documentation, and the successful execution of research and development projects.

Main Responsibilities

- Execute polymer synthesis and polymerization tests at laboratory scale according to established procedures.
- Prepare raw materials, reagents, and laboratory equipment required for experimentation.
- Operate laboratory reactors and process equipment while monitoring critical process variables such as temperature and reaction conditions.
- Conduct sampling, record experimental results, and maintain accurate laboratory documentation and logs.
- Ensure laboratory cleanliness, organization, and readiness, including cleaning reactors, equipment, and laboratory glassware.
- Manage laboratory inventories, consumables, and raw materials, identifying replenishment needs when required.
- Handle chemical substances safely and ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards and procedures.
- Support the proper segregation and disposal of chemical waste.
- Assist with technology transfer and scale-up activities related to polymer production processes.

Qualifications

- 2+ years of experience in chemical laboratories, polymer production, chemical processes, product development laboratories, or related environments.
- Technical High School diploma in Chemistry, Industrial Processes, Laboratory Sciences, or related fields.
- Experience operating laboratory equipment, reactors, or chemical processing equipment.
- Knowledge of polymerization processes, polymers in emulsion, solution resins, alkyd resins, or related chemical technologies.
- Experience handling chemical substances and following laboratory safety procedures.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- TSU, incomplete university studies, or completed degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Chemistry, or related fields is desirable

Location & Schedule

- Location: Marcos Achar Lobatón No. 2, Col. Tepexpan, Acolman, Estado de México, C.P. 55885.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Work Scheme: 100% On-site.

About us:

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PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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