Product Development Technician II

Seton; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Incentive programs for full-time staff

Parental leave and related benefits

Job summary

Brady Corporation, headquartered in Milwaukee, seeks a Product Development Technician to support lab prototyping, testing, data analysis, and scale-up trials. You will work with chemists and supervisors to develop area expertise and contribute to product development and support teams.

The role emphasizes on-the-job training, adherence to safety rules, accurate documentation, and collaboration with professional staff on pilot-scale coating trials.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience required.
• Ability to read and follow written directions.
• Basic math and computer skills, with proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., stand for 80% of a shift, and perform bending.
• On-the-job knowledge of chemical formulation and material property testing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and mix coating formulations using laboratory equipment.
• Perform drawdowns of formulations using drawdown and drying equipment.
• Test material properties and performance of coatings, adhesives and films.
• Compile results and document in laboratory electronic notebook.
• Analyze data and communicate results to professional staff.
• Assist the chemist in preparing for pilot scale coating trials.
• Follow all lab safety rules and Brady policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading instructions

Math basics

Data analysis

Lab experience

Microsoft Word

Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate/Bachelor preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

The Product Development Technician is responsible for completing technical and lab work independently with minimal direction from a chemist or supervisor. The Product Development Technician will work to develop an area of responsibility and specialization through on the job related training. As a contributor to product development or product support teams, the Product Development Technician will be responsible, under minimal supervision, for supporting lab prototyping, testing, data analysis, and scale-up trials.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Prepare and mix coating formulations using laboratory mixing equipment.
• Perform drawdowns of formulations using drawdown and drying equipment.
• Test material properties and performance of coatings, adhesives and films.
• Compile results and document in laboratory electronic notebook.
• Analyze data and communicate results to professional staff.
• Assist the chemist in preparing for pilot scale coating trials.
• Perform all work in compliance with laboratory environmental, health and safety rules.
• Adhere to Brady’s Safety, Attendance & other Company policies.
• Perform all other duties as assigned. Responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to,
  the tasks listed on this job description

What You Will Need To Be Successful:

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1-3 years experience
• Ability to read and follow written directions.
• Basic math and computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repeatedly, stand for 80% of a shift, and perform bending, twisting, and reaching tasks.
• Ability to acquire on-the-job knowledge of chemical formulation, material property testing, and quality tools.
• Previous experience in a laboratory environment, including accurate documentation of results and technical report writing.
• Working knowledge of basic statistics (e.g., mean, standard deviation, graphical analysis, hypothesis testing, and control charts).

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About Us:

Who we are:
Brady Corporation is a global industrial technology leader dedicated to making workplaces safer, more productive, and more connected. Backed by a 110+ year legacy of reliability and innovation, we have entered an exciting era of transformation and growth, powered by more than 10,000 team members serving customers across 40+ countries. Following our acquisition of Honeywell's Productivity Solutions and Services business in August 2026, Brady brings together trusted leadership in safety, materials science, and identification with advanced mobile computing, scanning, and automation. We help organizations make work safer, more productive, and more connected by transforming everyday critical information into actionable intelligence. Our end-to-end platform unites two powerful pillars:

• Identification Solutions: High-performance labels, safety signs, engineered materials, and rugged industrial printing systems.
• Intelligent Productivity Solutions: Industry-leading mobile computers, barcode/RFID scanners, specialized software, voice automation, and workflow services.

From aerospace, healthcare, and laboratories to manufacturing plants, retail, data centers, and global transportation and logistics hubs, we empower customers to identify, protect, track, and optimize the people, assets, and processes that keep the world running. Why work at Brady:
A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.

Brady offers competitive pay and great benefits, supported by a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace where diverse talent can learn, grow, and succeed. And with deeply rooted values, no matter where you work at Brady, you'll feel connected to the community through our charitable contributions and opportunities to give back.

Our headquarters are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but we have more than 70 locations globally, giving our employees the opportunity to work with colleagues around the world.

• Comprehensive insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision
• Generous 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to participate in incentive programs for all full-time employees
• Family planning benefits including paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption and surrogacy assistance
• Scholarship program for children of Brady employees
• A variety of Employee Resource Groups to provide you with unique networking, development, and volunteer opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and related wellness programs (mental and behavioral health, family counseling, financial management)
• Dress-for-your-day dress code
• Charitable contributions matched through Brady's Matching Gift program

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