R&D Lab Technician - Materials & Formulations Specialist

Sika; Lyndhurst (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with generous match

Bonuses

Medical, Dental, Vision

Parental leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Sika Corporation is seeking a Lab Technician in New Jersey to support the development and maintenance of SLU formulations for new construction and renovations. You will perform tests, prepare formulations, and document results following ASTM and related standards.

The role requires a High School Diploma or higher in chemistry or related science, at least 3 years of materials testing experience, willingness to travel nationwide, and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience with materials testing and coatings in a lab environment (minimum 3 years).
• Knowledge of common laboratory concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Willing to learn from scientists and senior teammates on lab work and product evaluation.
• Must be able to follow standard test protocols, such as ASTM.
• Must be highly safety-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Perform test methods and procedures with little to no supervision.
• Prepare formulations, run lab and process development experiments in a 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 (ASTM).
• Document experiments and results in Laboratory notebooks with full traceability.
• Report unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor and take interim steps to protect safety.

Skills

Materials testing

Coatings

Laboratory techniques

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Associate/Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related science

Tools

ASTM standards

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Sika Corporation is seeking a Lab Technician in New Jersey to support the development and maintenance of SLU formulations for new construction and renovations. You will perform tests, prepare formulations, and document results following ASTM and related standards.

The role requires a High School Diploma or higher in chemistry or related science, at least 3 years of materials testing experience, willingness to travel nationwide, and a strong safety mindset.