Polymer Diagnostics Intern

• The candidate must be working towards a BS degree in science, engineering, materials science or a related field

• Must have excellent laboratory skills, i.e. be willing to handle chemicals, equipment, delicate instrumentation, etc. carefully and safely
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and bring projects to completion in a timely fashion
• Must be flexible and versatile in order to handle changing laboratory needs and to serve a variety of functions or technologies as the business demands
• Must have competent PC computer skills, e.g. Excel, MS Word, and PowerPoint
• Must be able to effectively communicate one-on-one and in small group situations
• Must have manual dexterity sufficient to use wide variety of standard lab equipment and ability to operate standard office equipment
• Must have skills in manipulation of data, mathematical formulae, calibration procedures, record keeping, and mechanical aptitude
• Must have the ability to learn quickly to utilize software related to specific techniques
• Core Competencies include Safety/Housekeeping, Quality of Work, Quantity of Work, Position/Work Knowledge, Initiative, Reliability, Attitude, Teamwork, and Attendance

Physical demands and work environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally handle up to 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Requires use of safety equipment as dictated by work area such as safety glasses and shoes, dust mask, hard hat, respirator, face shield, hearing protection, chemical suit, gloves, aprons, etc
• Work is inside and typical noise level fluctuates from moderate to loud
• Repetitively exposed to moving mechanical parts or airborne particles

• Occasionally exposed to vibration. May occasionally perform tasks involving toxic or caustic chemicals, and operate instruments that pose a risk of electrical shock.

PolyOne Corporation is a drug free workplace.  PolyOne is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran’s status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable state and local law.

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