R&D Lab Technician - Paints & Coatings Formulation

Capstone Search Advisors

Akron (OH)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Capstone Search Advisors is seeking an experienced R&D Lab Technician for a leading paint and coatings manufacturer in Akron, OH. This hands-on role supports formulation development, product improvement, and testing in a manufacturing setting.

You will assist chemists, prepare batches, perform physical and performance tests, and help scale up formulations for manufacturing trials. Attention to detail and strong measurement skills are essential.

Qualifications

Associate degree or technical education in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Materials Science, Polymer Science, or a related field.
High school diploma with relevant laboratory or coatings experience will also be considered.
5+ years of laboratory, formulation, coatings, chemical manufacturing, or related experience preferred.
Experience with paints, coatings, adhesives, polymers, resins, inks, or similar formulated products is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Assist R&D chemists and technical personnel with development and modification of paint and coating formulations.
Prepare laboratory-scale batches and accurately weigh, measure, and blend raw materials.
Conduct physical and performance testing of coatings and formulations per established procedures.
Evaluate properties such as viscosity, color, gloss, adhesion, hardness, and dry time.
Document test results, formulation changes, observations, and data accurately.
Support scale-up activities by preparing samples and collecting data for manufacturing trials.
Maintain organized laboratory work areas, equipment, samples, and raw material inventories.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments used in formulation and testing.
Follow established laboratory procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.