R&D Lab Technician: Polymer Coatings & Formulations

Protech Group; York (York County); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

RRSP pension plan

Job summary

Protech Group is seeking an R&D Laboratory Technician in York, PA. The role involves working in a laboratory environment to support formulation development and polymer processing under the guidance of the Thermoplastics R&D Manager.

You will document results, maintain equipment, and follow GLP and safety standards. The candidate should have a degree in Chemistry or polymers processing or equivalent, with 1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, polymers processing, materials science or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of experience in a similar position is an asset.
• Good color perception and olfactory sensitivity for testing and adjustments.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both spoken and written.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute laboratory-scale formulations for thermoplastic coatings and materials development.
• Weigh, dose and blend raw materials to ensure formulation consistency and traceability.
• Perform polymer processing tasks including premixing, extrusion, cooling and sieving.
• Operate mixers, ovens, extruders, mills and other lab equipment per SOPs.
• Maintain GLP and safety standards and ensure calibration of equipment.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Communication (English)

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

Chemistry/Polymers degree or equivalent

Tools

GLP compliance

Job description

Protech Group is seeking an R&D Laboratory Technician in York, PA. The role involves working in a laboratory environment to support formulation development and polymer processing under the guidance of the Thermoplastics R&D Manager.

You will document results, maintain equipment, and follow GLP and safety standards. The candidate should have a degree in Chemistry or polymers processing or equivalent, with 1 year of relevant experience preferred.