R&D Lab Technician

ICP Group • Andover, MA

6d • $60,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Innovative Chemical Products Group (ICP Group) is seeking a hands-on R&D Laboratory Technician to support its Andover R&D facility, which specializes in water-based coating manufacturing, including tennis court and architectural coatings. The technician works closely with R&D Chemists to prepare laboratory batches, conduct testing and product applications, organize results, and support project-related activities. The role reports to the Technical Director.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Interest in hands-on batching, testing, product application, and laboratory work.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures and document results accurately.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Self-motivated, dependable, organized, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to learn new laboratory methods, equipment, and color matching techniques.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree, technical certificate, or relevant hands-on experience.
• Laboratory, coatings, paint, manufacturing, quality control, or construction materials experience.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D Chemists with product development and project-related laboratory work.
• Prepare accurate and reliable water-based and solvent-based laboratory batches according to established instructions.
• Perform coatings testing, sample preparation, and product application evaluations.
• Learn and support color matching activities.
• Record, organize, and communicate testing data clearly to the R&D team.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, materials, samples, and work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Support raw material and laboratory supply inventory activities.
• Follow applicable safety, environmental, and laboratory procedures.

Benefits

• Annual bonus eligibility.
• Progressive paid time off policy.
• 401(k) employer contribution plan, with eligibility the first of the month following 90 days of employment.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance packages.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED