Product Development Technician

Henkel group • Rocky Hill, CT

3d • $50,000 - $60,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is with Henkel's Adhesive Technologies business unit, which focuses on providing customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings. The role involves preparing and testing adhesive formulations, collaborating with chemists and scientists, and contributing to project success through problem-solving and accurate data documentation.

Requirements

• Minimum of an associate’s degree in chemistry, biology or any science field.
• Ability to gather, understand, and interpret chemical, physical and mechanical data.
• Effective time management skills to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic with a proactive, detail-oriented approach, supported by strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Understanding of mathematical and statistical techniques relevant to adhesive product testing.
• Solid interpersonal skills. Candidate must be able to work as a team member and independently on multi-task assignments.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred bachelor’s degree in chemistry, science, engineering or a science field.
• Knowledgeable in Power Point, Word, Lotus Notes, Excel and Statistical Analysis Software (JMP) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and test adhesive formulations in accordance with established guidelines, working independently or in collaboration with chemists, scientists and technical staff.
• Read and follow work instructions and safety data sheets (SDS) related to sample preparation, formulating adhesives and sample testing.
• Employ basic problem-solving skills to overcome project bottlenecks and maintain project deliverable dates.
• Accurately document test data in laboratory information systems. Communicates basic observations regarding data and/or experimental outcomes.
• Utilize various computer systems to perform work and write internal and external final test reports.
• Use a variety of curing and dispensing equipment.
• Maintain calibration of laboratory instruments regularly to ensure reliability.
• Maintain a clean, organized laboratory environment and support safe work practices, including the use of proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), adherence to site safety practices, use of laboratory equipment, 5S, etc.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
• Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
• Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
• Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree