Research Technician

Sika AG • Madison Heights, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Sika is looking for an experienced Research Technician to join their team. This role involves assisting with Design of Experiments (DOE) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) to facilitate the transfer of new products into production, and assisting in pilot runs. The technician will work independently on assigned projects, understand equipment manuals, and utilize equipment to its full capabilities. They will also evaluate and recommend necessary equipment for project work, conduct independent customer specification testing, and support product maintenance lab work. Additionally, the role requires independent technical report writing and leading IATF 16949 calibration and documentation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and 7+ years’ experience in thermoplastics, thermosets in automotive OEM market or College degree in General Sciences
• Good oral communication and writing skills
• Good computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Assist DOE, DFMEA to facilitate transfer of new products into production
• Assist in Pilot runs
• Work on assigned projects independently
• Understand equipment manual and is able to use equipment to its capabilities
• Evaluate and recommend equipment required for project work
• Independent customer specification testing
• Support product maintenance lab work
• Write technical reports independently
• Leads IATF 16949 calibration and documentation

Benefits

• 401k with Generous Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Floating holidays
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program

What This Job Offers

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