Adhesives R&D Lab Engineer

Henkel Argentina S.A; Rocky Hill (CT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Work-Life Balance

401k matching

Job summary

Henkel is seeking a Chemistry/Materials Science oriented professional for an Adhesive Technologies Engineering role in Rocky Hill, CT. The position requires safe lab practices, equipment operation, data collection and timely communication of results to customers.

You will follow standardized test plans, interpret data, and train others on procedures while contributing to ongoing material performance testing in a fast-paced team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science or a science field.
• 3–5 years of working experience in a chemical laboratory environment.
• Ability to gather, understand, and interpret chemical, physical and mechanical data; strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all R&D lab work is conducted safely with SDS, PPE and 5S; ensure compliance with regulations.
• Operate and troubleshoot application equipment of moderate complexity.
• Follow procedures, record data, and analyze data quality; report results to customers.

Skills

Lab experience

Data analysis

Teamwork

PPE & safety

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science

Tools

Microsoft Suite

JMP software

Job description

Adhesive Technologies Engineering United States, Rocky Hill, CT, CT Full Time Regular

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.

This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

What you´ll do

• Assure all R&D laboratory work is conducted in a safe manner including understanding the Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), the use of proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), adherence to site safety practices, use of laboratory equipment, and 5S; ensures products and processes comply with all federal and state regulatory agencies
• Take on equipment ownership to operate application equipment safely and efficiently. Able to set up, operate and troubleshoot equipment of moderate complexity
• With minimal supervision, accurately follow process procedures and record experimental details, collecting and organizing data in a coherent format. Able to analyze and judge the quality of data
• Report laboratory results and methods according to Henkel lab book policies; results, reports and observations will be communicated to internal/external customers in a timely manner
• Execute standardized test plans with minimal supervision
• Help develop new tests for materials performance as required and apply learning from one project to the next
• Familiar with products and substrates associated with assigned technology team/market/region
• Prepare graphs or charts of data. Must have ability to identify and report abnormalities in collected data and/or project work to supervisors
• Plan daily and weekly activities, multi-tasking as necessary to complete assigned tasks
• Train other technicians regarding equipment operating and/or test procedures

What makes you a good fit

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science or a science field.
• 3-5 years of working experience working in a chemical laboratory environment.
• Ability to gather, understand, and interpret chemical, physical and mechanical data Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Abilityto work as a team member and independently on multi-task assignments
• Ability to effectively present information in small group situations to other employees of the organization
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Suite and JMP software (preferred)
• Able to work onsite, 5 days a week, in our Rocky Hill location

Some benefits of joining Henkel

• 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

JOB ID:26100830

Job Locations:United States, CT, Rocky Hill, CT

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