R&D Lab Technician – Water-Based Coatings & Testing

ICP Group; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) Employer contribution

Health, dental and vision insurance

Progressive paid time off

Job summary

ICP Group in Andover, MA seeks a hands-on R&D Laboratory Technician to support our water-based coating operations. You will prepare laboratory batches, conduct testing, apply products, and help document results while collaborating closely with R&D Chemists.

This role reports to the Technical Director and offers a path to contribute to innovative coatings projects. You will learn color matching techniques, maintain lab cleanliness, and support inventory and safety procedures in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree, technical certificate, or relevant hands-on experience preferred.
• Laboratory, coatings, paint, manufacturing, quality control, or construction materials experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures and document results accurately.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D Chemists with product development and project-related laboratory work.
• Prepare accurate and reliable water-based and solvent-based laboratory batches according to established instructions.
• Perform coatings testing, sample preparation, and product application evaluations.
• Learn and support color matching activities.
• Record, organize, and communicate testing data clearly to the R&D team.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, materials, samples, and work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Support raw material and laboratory supply inventory activities.
• Follow applicable safety, environmental, and laboratory procedures.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Team player

Willingness to learn

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ICP Group in Andover, MA seeks a hands-on R&D Laboratory Technician to support our water-based coating operations. You will prepare laboratory batches, conduct testing, apply products, and help document results while collaborating closely with R&D Chemists.

This role reports to the Technical Director and offers a path to contribute to innovative coatings projects. You will learn color matching techniques, maintain lab cleanliness, and support inventory and safety procedures in a fast-paced