R&D Product Development & Support Technician III

acushnetgolf; Fairhaven (MA); On-site; USD 49,400 - 61,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Onsite fitness center

Education assistance

Job summary

Acushnet Company in Fairhaven, MA is seeking an R&D Product Development & Support Technician III to support manufacturing, testing, and development of golf ball products. You will build components and finished products at Fairhaven and plant locations, assisting in trials and experiments.

You will generate and analyze data to drive product and process improvements, document results, calibrate equipment, and collaborate with your supervisor to identify opportunities for innovation in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–3 years of experience in product testing, development, or related field.
• Exposure to SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Minitab preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to document experiments and interpret data effectively.
• Experience supporting product trials and identifying process improvements.
• Basic equipment maintenance and calibration knowledge.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Must not be adversely affected by materials in a golf ball manufacturing environment.
• Good or corrected vision required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel occasionally on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing, product testing and development initiatives.
• Build golf ball components and finished products at Fairhaven and plant locations.
• Assist in product development trials and experiments and analyze data to drive improvements.
• Document detailed experimental results and help calibrate lab and production equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Data interpretation

Experiment documentation

Product trials support

Equipment calibration

Travel willingness

Lifting capability

Driver's license

Vision requirements

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Minitab

Job description

Where Performance Meets Purpose

Join a team that values excellence and innovation, at a company known for its iconic golf brands. At Acushnet Company, your background and experience contribute to creating the best products for dedicated golfers worldwide. Here, your performance has purpose.

What You Will Be Doing

Join Titleist’s Golf Ball Research team as an R&D Product Development & Support Technician III and contribute directly to the development of industry-leading products. In this role, you will work under moderate supervision to support manufacturing, product testing, and development initiatives. You will build golf ball components and finished products both at Fairhaven and plant locations while assisting in product development trials and experiments.

You will play a key role in generating and analyzing data to provide feedback that drives product and process improvements. Additionally, you will collaborate with your supervisor to identify opportunities for innovation, document detailed experimental results, and help maintain and calibrate lab and production equipment. This position offers a hands‑on opportunity to impact product quality and performance while growing your technical capabilities in a dynamic R&D environment.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; commitment to continuous learning preferred.
• 2–3 years of experience in product testing, development, or a related field.
• Exposure to or basic competency in technical software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Minitab preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to document experiments and interpret data effectively.
• Experience supporting product trials and identifying process improvements.
• Basic equipment maintenance and calibration knowledge.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Must not be adversely affected by materials in a golf ball manufacturing environment.
• Good or corrected vision required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel occasionally on short notice.

Our Commitment to You

At Acushnet Company, we are committed to helping our associates thrive both personally and professionally. From the start, you and your family, including domestic partners, will benefit from a comprehensive suite of health and well‑being programs. Enjoy the advantages of paid time off, an onsite fitness center, acupuncture, physical therapy, wellness coaches, and more.

Our financial benefits are designed to secure your future, offering a 401(k) with company match, health savings accounts, and flexible spending accounts. Additionally, you'll enjoy perks like pet insurance, legal planning, education assistance, and exclusive access to our Associate Store. At Acushnet Company, your performance has purpose, and we're here to support you every step of the way.

Pay Range: $49,400.00-$61,100.00

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join us at Acushnet Company and be part of a team that values excellence and innovation.

Tell me about a time you contributed to a product development trial or experiment. What was your role, how did you ensure accuracy in your work, and what impact did your contributions have?

This role requires identifying opportunities for improvement in product or process development. Can you share an example of how you recognized an issue or inefficiency and helped propose or implement a solution?

EEO and Additional Statements

• Acushnet Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. EEO Employer/Veteran/Disabled.
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