R&D/TS&D Technician

Kelly; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 34,440 - 44,772; Full time

Job summary

Kelly is seeking a R&D/TS&D Technician for a 12-month contract role in Auburn, Michigan. The position focuses on providing technical support for product development and surface characterization, with a pay rate of $25-32.50/hr. Responsibilities include performing lab procedures and maintaining documentation.

Candidates should have an associate degree or equivalent experience, proficiency in lab techniques, and strong communication skills. This is an onsite position from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Chemistry or Biology.
• 1 year relevant experience for Military Degree Equivalency.
• High school diploma with 3 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and experimental procedures to develop products.
• Handle non-hazardous and hazardous materials correctly.
• Maintain lab inventory and documentation.

Skills

Attention to details

Verbal and written communication

Working safely in the lab

Ability to build strong relationships

Education

Associate degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related science

Military Degree Equivalency (MDE)

High school diploma GED with 3 years relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Dispense or mixing equipment

Job description

Kelly is hiring a R&D/TS&D Technician for a 12-month contract role with one of our prestigious clients based out in Auburn, MI, 48611.

Location: Auburn, MI, 48611 – Onsite role Mon to Fri.

Employment Type: 12-month long term contract

Pay rate: $25- $32.50/hr. on W2

Summary: We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Service and Development (TS&D) Technician located in Auburn, Michigan. Position primarily located at the Central Campus to provide support to the Building and Infrastructure group within Consumer Solutions at.

About You

You will provide technical support to Lead Scientists and Technologist Leaders in the preparation and execution of experimental activities and studies. You will act as primary focal point for technical support of a process, program, product, or application within the work group and occasionally for internal/external clients and customers. You will provide technical support for application development and technical service.

Responsibilities

• Perform several routine and experimental procedures in the lab to develop and improve upon new and existing products. This includes, but is not limited to lab mixer mixing, utilizing presses to cure elastomer slabs, physical property testing, etc.
• Adhesion, strength, and general property characterization of products using ASTM methodology.
• Prepare samples and perform testing for sealants, adhesives, or coatings.
• Interpret and execute customer methods for testing and prepare data for presentation.
• Handle non-hazardous/hazardous chemicals and materials in a proper procedural way.
• Accurately and precisely weigh samples and follow step‑by‑step procedures to make cured samples and test them.
• Take and maintain inventory (lab and office supplies) and purchase needed supplies.
• Assist with safety systems and procedures related to lab activities.
• Check and keep up with learning courses (online).
• Down‑package materials/samples and ship out materials/samples to customers.
• Coordinate sample shipping to customers or other R&D groups within support projects. Enter RSMP/sample labels/sample shipping.
• Record test results into Excel, Electronic Lab Notebook, and maintain appropriate documentation.

There is no relocation assistance for this position. This includes reimbursement for travel expenses incurred to and from test sessions/interviews. If you apply for a position that is not within the area in which you reside, you will be responsible for all costs that you incur.

Required Qualifications

• An associate degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, or other science related degree or
• Military Degree Equivalency (MDE) and 1 year of relevant work experience or
• Post secondary education with a minimum of 20 hrs. in science related courses + relative work experience or
• High school diploma GED and 3 years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates Degree + relevant work experience
• Physical testing experience such as tensile strength, adhesion, durometer, and specific gravity
• Testing experience with sealants, adhesives, or coatings.
• Experience using dispense or mixing equipment
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Exposure to commercial construction.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Attention to details and working safely in the lab.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with TS&D scientists.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to handle multiple priorities from multiple sources.
• Must be an organized self‑starter exhibiting good judgment and the flexibility to adapt to priority changes and demand.

Physical Requirements

• Must be willing and able to do the following with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Wear safety equipment, such as goggles and steel‑toed shoes
• Wear and use respirators.
• Perform frequent bending, reaching, and lifting.
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

PPE Requirements: A respirator and fit testing may be required in the future, but this is considered unlikely in the near term.