Laboratory Technician - Surface Treatments

Henkel • Madison Heights, MI

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About The Position

The Laboratory Technician conducts hands-on laboratory and pilot-scale applications of Henkel’s coatings portfolio in the Adhesive Technologies business unit. The role includes performing laboratory testing, generating test data and documentation, and preparing reports for projects assigned by engineers or a supervisor. The technician communicates basic observations about data and experimental outcomes, uses problem-solving skills to address bottlenecks and maintain project timelines, and may train technicians or customers on equipment operation and test procedures. The position also carries ownership of assigned equipment and responsibility for its safe operation. Laboratory results, methods, reports, and observations are communicated to internal and external customers according to company practices. All laboratory work must be performed safely, using appropriate PPE and following site safety protocols and 5S practices.

Requirements

• Ability to gather, understand, and interpret chemical, physical, and mechanical data.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work as a team member and independently on varied assignments.
• Knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, Excel, statistical analysis, and AI.
• Good scientific judgment, statistical analysis, root-cause identification, and robust solution implementation.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, biology, or a science field.
• One year of experience working in a chemical laboratory is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on laboratory and pilot-scale application of Henkel’s coatings portfolio.
• Perform laboratory work safely, including using appropriate PPE and following site safety protocols and 5S practices.
• Execute laboratory testing and generate test data, documentation, and reports for projects assigned by engineers and/or a supervisor.
• Communicate basic observations regarding data and experimental outcomes.
• Use basic problem-solving skills to overcome bottlenecks and maintain project deliverable dates.
• May train other technicians and/or customers in equipment operation and test procedures.
• Take ownership of assigned equipment and maintain its safe operation.
• Report laboratory results and methods according to company lab practices, communicating results, reports, and observations to internal and external customers.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing plans starting on day one.
• Paid time off, including sick, vacation, holiday, and volunteer time.
• Flexible and hybrid work policies, depending on role.
• Vacation buy/sell program.
• 401(k) matching.
• Employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares.
• Annual performance bonus.
• Service awards.
• Student loan reimbursement.
• 12-week gender-neutral parental leave, with up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth.
• Fertility support.
• Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
• Discounted child and elderly care.
• Scholarships.
• National and international career growth opportunities.
• Access to skills development courses.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed