Position Summary

This position will accomplish tasks towards the development of new products and the continuous improvement of our manufacturing and quality processes. This role is required to maintain a high level of safety and quality while meeting goals. It is not an entry-level position in the R& D group and requires some knowledge of coal and carbon products processing.

Target Responsibilities

• Accept, embrace, and promote the Core Values of CONSOL Innovations: Safety, Sustainability & Continuous Improvement.
• Provide a safe and orderly workspace.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and standards when operating equipment.
• Able to use more complicated equipment such as Parr reactor, mechanical testing device, and particle size analyzer.
• Able to follow technical instructions while working independently or collaboratively.
• Capable of showing initiative in accomplishing tasks.
• Ensure equipment is properly maintained by recognizing concerns and performing minor maintenance, as necessary.
• Able to diagnose technical problems with equipment and facilitate repair.
• Able to provide keen observations on the results of experiments conducted in the realm of new product development and continuous improvement.
• Able to provide some assistance to R& D Technician I in accomplishing tasks.
• Time is well-managed to accomplish tasks efficiently.
• Safely store and handle potentially hazardous chemicals.
• Able to acquire data from experiments and put into appropriate formats like Excel spreadsheets.

Required Skills and Experience

• At least 2 years of laboratory, manufacturing, or skilled trade experience in coal or carbon products processing.
• Ability to perform fundamental mathematical operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Experience operating basic hand tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform equipment setup and minor maintenance or repair.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds without assistance.
• Strong personal commitment to safety.
• Detail oriented with good organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Positive professional attitude.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate well within a team.