Product Development Technician

manpowe; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

manpowe is seeking a Product Development Technician to join its Research & Development team. You will support Product Development Scientists, Engineers, and Technical teams in a hands-on lab environment.

The role emphasizes meticulous data recording, adherence to ASTM methods, and safe operation of laboratory and power tools, with opportunities for cross-training and professional growth. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a laboratory, product development, manufacturing, or technical environment.
• Ability to follow testing procedures, ASTM methods, and safety protocols.
• Comfortable using power tools such as drills, saws, routers, and related equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately document and communicate results.
• Proficiency with computer systems and digital tools for data entry, reporting, and task management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare batches of adhesive and sealant formulations using laboratory mixing equipment.
• Perform product testing using ASTM and internal methodologies while following established protocols.
• Operate laboratory equipment and power tools to prepare specimens and fabricate materials for testing and customer demonstrations.
• Record, organize, and communicate testing data and results using digital product development platforms.
• Support laboratory safety, 5S initiatives, equipment maintenance, and cross-functional training activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety mindset

Problem solving

Documentation skills

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Our client, a global leader in adhesives, sealants, and material technologies, is seeking a Product Development Technician to join their team. As a Product Development Technician, you will be part of the Research & Development team supporting Product Development Scientists, Engineers, and Technical teams. The ideal candidate will have attention to detail, a strong safety mindset, and excellent problem-solving skills which will align successfully in the organization.

Pay Range:$28.00/hr

What’s the Job?

• Prepare batches of adhesive and sealant formulations using a variety of laboratory mixing equipment.
• Perform product testing using ASTM and internal methodologies while following established protocols.
• Operate laboratory equipment and power tools to prepare specimens and fabricate materials for testing and customer demonstrations.
• Record, organize, and communicate testing data and results using digital product development platforms.
• Support laboratory safety, 5S initiatives, equipment maintenance, and cross-functional training activities.

What’s Needed?

• Experience in a laboratory, product development, manufacturing, or technical environment.
• Ability to follow testing procedures, ASTM methods, and safety protocols.
• Comfortable using power tools such as drills, saws, routers, and related equipment.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to accurately document and communicate results.
• Proficiency with computer systems and digital tools for data entry, reporting, and task management.

What’s in it for me?

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in adhesives and material technologies.
• Hands-on experience supporting innovative product development and testing projects.
• Exposure to ASTM testing methods, laboratory operations, and R&D processes.
• Collaborative environment with opportunities for cross-training and professional growth.
• Access to health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.