R&D Laboratory Technician

About Us Bridgestone Americas, Inc. (BSAM), headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and Bridgestone Europe, Middle East and Africa (BSEMEA), headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, operate collectively as a “Bridgestone West” strategic region. This region services the strategic business needs of teams across the Americas, Europe, Middle East and Africa. BSAM and BSEMEA are subsidiaries of Bridgestone Corporation, globally headquartered in Japan. Bridgestone and its subsidiaries develop, manufacture and market a wide range of Bridgestone, Firestone and associate brand products and solutions to address the needs of a broad range of customers and industries. Position Snapshot JobReq ID: 54494Type of work: On siteType of contract: Fixed term/temporaryFull/Part Time: Full timeLocation: ROMA, IT About The Role Job Title: R & D Laboratory Technician Job Purpose: Joining a dynamic and motivated Material Laboratory team, the MATERIAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN, with a technical background and the desire to support analysis, investigation, research and development, will be involved in a variety of laboratory-based activities within Vulcanization/Preparation Lab, Chemical and Physical testing areas. The candidate will carry out preparation, sampling, testing, measuring, recording results. He will provide all the required technical support to enable the laboratory to function effectively, while adhering to correct procedures and health and safety guidelines. Responsibilities Preparing and vulcanizing specimens and samples Performing laboratory tests to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific investigations Recording results to present to supervisors/senior colleagues and to lab customers Carrying out routine tasks accurately and following strict methodologies to carry out analyses Maintaining and operating standard laboratory equipment (e.g., Tensometers, DMTA, chromatographs, spectrometers, titrators, pH meters) Ensuring the laboratory is well-stocked and resourced Using computers Following and ensuring strict safety procedures and safety checks Qualifications & Experience Required Technical high school diploma minimum requirement (e.g., Mechanical, Chemistry, Informatics/Electronics) Graduation is a plus (e.g., Mechanical, Chemistry, Informatics/Electronics) Previous experience in similar role is a plus Good manual skills Basic technical-scientific knowledge Ability to understand procedures and test methods Basic knowledge and use of Office (Excel and Outlook mainly) Ability to develop/issue operating procedures and test methods is a plus Knowledge of statistics and data elaboration is a plus Language Skills Italian English (reading) Soft/Behavioral Skills Flexibility: availability to work in different shifts and laboratory areas (Preparation, Vulcanization, Physical Tests and Chemical Tests) High interpersonal skill and team working attitude What We Offer A supportive and engaging onboarding experience to ensure a smooth transition into our team. The opportunity to develop and grow, through training and regular mentorship. Corporate Social Responsibility activities. A truly global, dynamic and challenging work environment. Agility and work/life effectiveness and your long-term well-being. A diverse and inclusive team. We are committed to create an even more inclusive culture that advances equity, embraces individuality, and helps our increasingly diverse teammates, customers, and communities thrive, by providing equal opportunities in employment. This means that all job applicants and members of staff will receive equal treatment and that we will not discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, race, ethnicity, color, nationality, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age. #J-18808-Ljbffr