R&D Lab Specialist

Russell Tobin; Reynoldsburg (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

PrideGlobal is seeking an R&D Lab Specialist I assistant to support daily laboratory tasks and testing activities in Reynoldsburg, OH. This 3-month contract requires accurate testing, documentation, and coordination with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities include handling samples, ensuring compliance with specifications, and assisting in testing and reporting. Bachelor's in a scientific/engineering field and strong Excel skills are required; SAP experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering field and/or relevant experience in QA, R&D, manufacturing, or laboratory environments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document testing activities and results.
• Ability to follow instructions, SOPs, and established testing protocols.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple samples and shifting priorities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist R&D Lab Specialist I with daily laboratory tasks and testing activities.
• Perform routine testing and evaluation of beauty and home fragrance products to determine compliance with specifications and performance or packaging standards.
• Manage samples throughout the testing process, including receipt, testing initiation, evaluation at required timepoints, and final retention/storage.
• Fill and assemble samples for testing according to established procedures.
• Maintain and document testing status, observations, and results throughout the testing process.
• Ship samples to vendors and cross-functional partners.
• Organize and manage international bulk standards and coordinate shipment of standards.
• Communicate testing status and results with R&D, QA, and Package Engineering teams.
• Support additional laboratory tasks and projects as needed.

Skills

Excel

SAP experience

Attention to detail

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific or engineering field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assist R&D Lab Specialist I with daily laboratory tasks and testing activities.
• Perform routine testing and evaluation of beauty and home fragrance products to determine compliance with specifications and performance or packaging standards.
• Manage samples throughout the testing process, including receipt, testing initiation, evaluation at required timepoints, and final retention/storage.
• Fill and assemble samples for testing according to established procedures.
• Maintain and document testing status, observations, and results throughout the testing process.
• Ship samples to vendors and cross-functional partners.
• Organize and manage international bulk standards and coordinate shipment of standards.
• Communicate testing status and results with R&D, QA, and Package Engineering teams.
• Support additional laboratory tasks and projects as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a Scientific or Engineering field and/or relevant experience in QA, R&D, manufacturing, or laboratory environments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document testing activities and results.
• Ability to follow instructions, standard operating procedures, and established testing protocols.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple samples and shifting priorities.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with cross-functional groups.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing priorities and business needs.

• Location model: 100% onsite – Reynoldsburg, OH
• Schedule: Standard business hours
• Position Type: 3-month contract with possibility of extension

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates

Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions

For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.