R & D Lab Technician

Sika; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with generous company match

Bonuses

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid parental leave

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Wellness/fitness reimbursements

Education assistance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A global leader in construction materials is seeking a detail-oriented candidate to contribute to product development and provide technical support in a lab setting. Responsibilities include preparing lab formulations, conducting tests, and documenting results. Candidates should have a high school diploma, 2-3 years' experience in a lab environment, and strong communication skills. Compensation ranges from $25.00 to $30.00 per hour, alongside various benefits including a generous 401k match and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in a laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of laboratory practices and procedures.
• Experience using a computer for report generation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare formulations and run lab experiments.
• Perform chemical, physical, and performance tests.
• Test new and existing product formulas according to industry standards.
• Document experiments in laboratory notebooks.

Skills

Laboratory concepts

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. It plays a crucial role in the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.

Job Description

This position will contribute to the development of new products and processes and provide technical support to the existing/new products and processes. Perform test methods and procedures with little to no supervision.

• Prepare formulations, run lab and process development experiments in glassware, gallon batch mixer in development labs.
• Perform basic chemical, physical and performance tests in various technology areas.
• Test new and existing product formulas according to standard test protocols, such as ASTM and other industry standards. Perform all the mechanical testing to support product development.
• Must be able to lift bags and buckets of materials as a part of routine lab work.
• Perform technology demonstrations and/or field evaluations with limited guidance.
• Document experiments and results in laboratory notebooks with full traceability.
• Immediately report unsafe acts or conditions to the supervisor and take immediate interim steps to protect self and others from serious risk.

Compensation Range: $25.00-$30.00 per hour

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-3 years of experience working in a laboratory, pilot plant or manufacturing environment.
• Must have knowledge of common laboratory concepts, practices, and procedures.
• 2 years of experience using a computer to generate reports.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are required.

Benefits

• 401k with generous company match
• Bonuses
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays
• Floating holidays + paid volunteer time
• Wellness/fitness reimbursements
• Education assistance
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee referral program & more!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.