Research and Development Lab Lead

Ellsworth Corporation•Germantown, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Ellsworth Adhesives is seeking a Research and Development Lab Lead to join their team at KitPackers, LLC, an Ellsworth Corporation company, in Germantown, WI. This role is responsible for supporting daily laboratory operations by guiding team members, coordinating workflows, and promoting adherence to quality and safety standards. The Lab Lead will serve as a technical leader and primary point of contact for lab activities, ensuring efficient execution of testing, equipment maintenance, and continuous improvement initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career within a growing, industry-leading company that packages high-end adhesives for various industries.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to support team collaboration
3+ years of professional related work experience
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field
Demonstrated customer service mindset, including the ability to respond effectively to internal and external requests
Solid technical aptitude with a proactive approach to learning and development
Commitment to safety, including recognizing and addressing unsafe conditions
Proven ability to properly use laboratory equipment and materials while identifying improvement opportunities
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Maintain the R&D Lab in a clean, organized, and compliant condition aligned with company standards and safety protocols
Lead day-to-day lab activities by assigning tasks, prioritizing work, and providing hands-on support to team members
Coordinate lab scheduling, track supplies and chemical inventory, and assist with retains management, waste identification, and proper disposal
Support preventative maintenance, calibration, and verification activities for laboratory equipment to ensure operational readiness
Train and mentor team members on established test methods, instrumentation, equipment use, and data integrity practices; ensure training documentation is current
Coordinate preparation of product samples to support customer service and technical requests