R&D Process Technician

Intertape Polymer Group; Marysville (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Extensive benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Michigan is seeking an R&D Process Technician. This role involves supporting the transition of new products from R&D to production, performing maintenance and operation of R&D pilot equipment, and collaborating with engineering teams. Candidates should have an associate’s degree or equivalent mechanical certification and possess strong mechanical aptitude along with problem-solving skills. Competitive pay and extensive benefits are offered, with opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude is essential.
• Two or more years of experience in machine maintenance or pilot prototyping is preferred.
• Innovative, organized self-starter capable of problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and integration of new products into manufacturing.
• Maintain equipment and conduct troubleshooting.
• Plan and execute pilot product and process experiments.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree or mechanical certification

Job description

Position Purpose: Responsible for supporting the development, transition, and integration of new products and new process platforms from R&D into production manufacturing. The R&D Process Technician will be supporting the hands‑on operation and maintenance of R&D pilot process equipment, working closely with the R&D process engineering team.

Principle Accountabilities

• Comply with best laboratory practices, including safety and environmental regulations
• Actively support all safety programs and initiatives
• Hands on installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of R&D equipment and facilities
• Maintaining equipment maintenance records
• Planning and completing assigned pilot product and process experiments
• Author clear, concise interpretive reports, memos, and work instructions
• Managing the inventory and movement of equipment, spare parts, raw materials and supplies with R&D
• Conduct safety audits and Process Hazard Analyses (PHA)
• Utilize project management skills to define, plan, schedule, and control the tasks that must be completed to reach project goals
• Participate on various R&D and multi-disciplinary teams, cross training, and supporting all R&D technology
• Participate on 5S Teams
• Ability to work with a union and facilitate teamwork, open communication, and compliance to the current collective bargaining agreement

Essential Skills and Experience

• Associate’s degree or mechanical certification
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Innovative, organized self-starter with good problem‑solving skills
• Collaborative interpersonal style
• Two or more years of experience in machine maintenance or pilot prototyping, preferred

We offer competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. Whether you are looking to enhance your skills or advance your career, we offer ongoing training and the support you need to succeed. Think big, dream bigger, and make an impact with IPG.