R&D laboratory Technician
About The Position
The R&D Laboratory Technician carries out formulation and color development activities under the guidance and direction of the Liquid Coatings R&D Manager. The role is based in a laboratory environment and supports development of liquid coatings and specialty materials by following technical guidelines and established procedures. The technician is expected to adhere to best laboratory practices and maintain precision, accuracy, and proper documentation throughout all activities. Attention to detail, technical discipline, and the ability to follow procedures are essential.
Requirements
- High school diploma with an emphasis in mathematics and science.
- Mastery of spoken and written English.
- Willingness to cooperate, share responsibilities, and take direction and advice within the team and production operations.
- Good to excellent color perception and olfactory sensory ability for accuracy and adjustments.
- Physical ability to perform testing and laboratory tasks, including lifting and handling materials weighing 40–50 pounds.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow complex procedures accurately.
Nice To Haves
- College-level science courses are helpful but not required.
- Previous experience in an R&D laboratory is considered an asset but is not required.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and execute laboratory-scale formulations for liquid coatings and specialty materials development, following technical guidelines and instructions from the Liquid Coatings R&D Manager.
- Accurately weigh, dose, and blend raw materials to ensure formulation consistency, repeatability, and traceability.
- Operate and monitor laboratory-scale equipment, including mixers, ovens, mills, and auxiliary processing tools, in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Comply with Good Laboratory Practices, internal safety standards, and environmental regulations.
- Accurately record formulation data, processing parameters, and experimental results in laboratory notebooks and electronic data management systems.
Benefits
- $18.00–$22.00 per hour base rate.
- Medical and dental insurance program with telemedicine.
- 401(k) retirement plan contribution.
- PTO, including 10 holiday days.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
