Pilot Lab Technician: Ink Production & Process Innovation

Newell Brands; Manchester (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Newell Brands is seeking a Pilot Lab Technician to support LMTC in Manchester, TN. You will work with engineering and R&D to run pilot-scale and production-scale product trials, ensuring vessel, material and work instruction readiness, and to document trial results.

The role involves setting up pilot areas, producing ink batches, and training operators on new processes, while coordinating with engineering and QA to maintain safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 2 year college degree in science/technology or applicable experience.
• Must possess a safety-first mentality.
• Proficient in MS-Word, MS-Excel, and Outlook; able to operate basic office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate pilot lab scale and production-scale product trials with engineering and R&D.
• Prepare ink batches for lab and production, meeting quality and timing requirements.
• Set up pilot areas and processes; document trial results and data analyses.
• Train operators on new products or processes as needed.
• Develop process flow diagrams and FMEA with Eng/QA teams.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, IATA and IMDG regulations for shipments.

Skills

Safety mindset

MS-Word/MS-Excel/Outlook

Data interpretation

English communication

Time & shift prioritization

Education

2 year college degree in science/technology

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Access

Job description

Newell Brands is seeking a Pilot Lab Technician to support LMTC in Manchester, TN. You will work with engineering and R&D to run pilot-scale and production-scale product trials, ensuring vessel, material and work instruction readiness, and to document trial results.

The role involves setting up pilot areas, producing ink batches, and training operators on new processes, while coordinating with engineering and QA to maintain safety and regulatory compliance.