Salary: $11.00 Hourly
Location : 940 Second St. Portsmouth, OH 45662, OH
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: POS-669
Division: Academic and Student Affairs
Department: College of Business & Engineering Technologies
Opening Date: 07/31/2026
Closing Date: 5/9/2027 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Description Summary
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
The Plastics Engineering Technology Program emphasizes the practical application of engineering principles. The curriculum includes hands-on experience with plastics processing, along with focused study in polymer materials and properties, part and mold design, statistics, and computer-aided design.
POSITION SUMMARY, ROUTINE TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
โข Acquire, maintain, and operate infrastructures, facilities, and equipment
โข Provide an environment in which student outcomes can be attained
โข Maintaining appearance/cleanliness of labs
โข Maintain technical documentation for ABET Accreditation (both Reading & Writing)
โข Assist in labs with faculty during scheduled classroom / lab times
โข Adhere to all safety standards and work practices established by the industry
โข Assist other students with equipment and student projects
โข Public speaking giving hands on presentations and demonstrations to industry & group tours
โข Attend off campus recruiting events
โข Perform other duties as assigned
โข Participate in industry-partner laboratory projects, including injection molding trials and material property analysis.
โข Heavy Lifting (50 pounds)
โข Attained Sophomore status in the program
โข Registered full time in the Plastics Engineering Technology and or CAD Program
โข Technical Documentation (both Reading and Writing technical manuals)
โข Industrial Lab Equipment (Injection Molding, Extrusion, 3D printing, Materials Testing, Machining, etc.)
โข Industrial Safety
โข Demonstrated ability to direction and work with limited supervision
Minimum Qualifications
- Registered full-time SSU student
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and follow instructions
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and social media platforms
- Follow SSU dress code policy
This position is not eligible for benefits.