Development Program

Apex Systems, America’s second largest technical staffing firm, has multiple openings for a Technology Development Trainee with a large manufacturing client in Charlotte, NC. This is a fast-paced, cutting edge environment offering room for advancement, professional and technical growth and long term stability. 

We have an opening for a Technology Development Program (TDP) associate. This position provides technical background training in wallboard science and testing fundamentals. The TDP program allows up to 24 months of training at which then the candidate would take their knowledge and advance to other available positions throughout the company.

New graduates and candidates with 0-3 of experience in a testing laboratory setting will be considered. Experience in manufacturing or construction is preferred. The working hours are Monday through Friday, first shift.
COLLEGE GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY**

please note, this client is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas or work c2c*

Specific duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Perform all technical/lab services independently and in a timely manner

Adaptive and responsive to changing priorities and committed to providing timely and accurate results while also contributing observational information related to the task

Actively engage with colleagues and managers to understand project goals, requirements, and timelines

Assist in lab support as it relates to moving and handling gypsum wallboard panels and other construction materials used in product evaluation and testing. This requires the ability to lift up to 50 lb panels, buckets, or other containers on a periodic basis

Provide facility support as required, along with others, to help insure the smooth flow of operations at the TIC. Facility support may include help with lab/board clean-up, phone coverage, meeting scheduling and prep, and other activities

Contribute to a safe, injury-free work environment

Some travel will be required for plant trials

Qualifications:
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or an Applied Sciences program from a four-year college or university

Demonstrate proficiency in verbal and written communication, with an understanding of planning and work organization. Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office