Research and Development Technician

PAVCO, INC.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Job summary

Pavco Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Research and Development Associate to join our team in supporting the R&D of metal coating technologies.

You will work with senior R&D engineers and collaborate across sales, marketing, and technical service to advance future product releases. The ideal candidate has a math/ science aptitude, hands-on wet chemistry experience, and a high school degree (an associate degree in a scientific field is preferred).

Qualifications

• Must have general aptitude in math and sciences.
• Hands-on experience in wet chemistry preferred.
• Experience within the chemical industry and/or electroplating is preferred, but not required.
• Must possess a high school degree or equivalent, associate degree in scientific field preferred.
• Safety training is a plus.
• Willingness to handle hazardous chemicals safely, lifting 5–20 pounds regularly.
• Must be reliable, able to multi‑task, punctual and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 5+ year career experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in R&D of metal coating technologies alongside senior engineers.
• Support efforts in new and existing research projects for future product releases.
• Collaborate with Pavco sales, marketing, and technical service teams.

Skills

Math aptitude

Science aptitude

Wet chemistry

Reliability & communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree in science

Job description

Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, Pavco Inc. is a 75+ year old private company that enjoys sustained growth domestically and internationally by developing industry leading technologies for metal coatings.

Job Description

Pavco is seeking a Research and Development Associate to join our team in Charlotte, North Carolina assisting in the Research and Development of metal coating technologies. This individual will work alongside Senior R&D engineers to support the efforts in new and existing research projects for future product releases. Extensive collaboration will exist between Pavco sales, marketing, and technical service departments.

Job Requirements

• Must have general aptitude in math and sciences.
• Hands‑on experience in wet chemistry preferred.
• Experience within the chemical industry and/or electroplating is preferred, but not required.
• Must possess a high school degree or equivalent, associate degree in scientific field preferred.
• Safety training is a plus.
• Willingness to handle hazardous chemicals safely, lifting 5–20 pounds regularly.
• Must be reliable, able to multi‑task, punctual and have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• 5+ year career experience preferred.

Compensation

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Excellent working conditions.
• Benefits package available includes:
• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Profit sharing plan.
• Paid vacation and holidays.

About Us

Pavco develops leading proprietary chemicals and systems for the coatings industry worldwide. Our company is a 75+ year old private company that enjoys sustained growth domestically and internationally by developing industry leading technologies for metal coatings. Pavco’s world headquarters are located in Charlotte, NC. Product lines include zinc, zinc alloy and nickel plating systems, conversion coatings, and organic and inorganic topcoats. Our products are used in the automotive, fastener, hardware, defense, and home products industries.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Work Area

Equal Opportunity Employer.