Applications Development Technician

WHO ARE WE 
At Aptar, we use insights, design, engineering and science to create innovative packaging technologies that build brand value for our customers, and, in turn, make a meaningful difference in the lives, looks, health and homes of people around the world. 
Every day, Aptar creates “a-ha moments” for its customers and their consumers and patients by continually bringing innovations to market that convert non-dispensing packaging into breakthrough product-dispensing systems, including those that give people more effective ways to put on their favorite fragrance, kids the opportunity to pour ketchup without making a mess and patients connected technologies that help them more easily adhere to treatment.  
We have manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Asia and South America and over 13,000 dedicated employees in 18 different countries. 

YOU SHOULD WORK HERE BECAUSE WE: 
•    attract and develop high performing people.
•    promote a diverse and inclusive work environment.   
•    allow for failure by allowing people to make mistakes through an open and trusting environment.   
•    invest in the development of employees through local, regional and global career opportunities.  
•    contribute to the communities where we reside.   

WHAT’S NEW WITH APTAR 
We have an exciting position open in North America:   Applications Development Technician reporting to the Senior Material Science Lab Manager. This position will be based in Auburn, AL. 

THIS IS HOW YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS 

• You will be responsible for sample collection and testing within the laboratory facilities.  
• You will operate various equipment within the laboratory to aid in manufacturing support, program management
• You will be responsible for data entry and communicating test results with laboratory manager.
• You will be responsible for collaborating with scientists, engineers, and program managers on high priority projects as needed. 
• You will be responsible for entry-level subject matter expert in material science and/or technical area within the laboratory. 

WHAT YOU WILL BRING ON THE JOURNEY  

• Education – High School Diploma,  Associate’s degree, and/or Bachelor’s degree in science discipline preferred
• Detailed oriented and self-motivated
• Passionate about making a difference and helping grow and improve the company.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

WHAT WE OFFER:  
•    Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus plan. An Exciting, Diverse and value based working environment 
•    Award-winning Corporate University offering personal development and training opportunities. 
•    Innovative benefits plan which includes: 401K plan, vacation, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, pet insurance, wellness plan, and generous paid maternity/paternity leave.  
•    Retirement Savings plan

Be You. Be Aptar Aptar is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.