Research and Development Technician

PAVCO; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Profit sharing plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Pavco Inc., headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, is seeking a Research and Development Technician to join our team. The role supports R&D efforts on metal coating technologies and works alongside senior engineers to advance new and existing projects.

You will interact with sales, marketing and technical service to ensure product development aligns with customer needs. A strong aptitude in math and sciences, plus wet chemistry experience, is preferred.

Qualifications

• General aptitude in math and sciences required.
• Hands-on wet chemistry experience preferred.
• Experience in chemical industry or electroplating is a plus.
• High school degree required; associate degree preferred.
• Safety training is a plus.
• Willingness to handle hazardous chemicals safely.
• Reliable, multi-tasking, punctual with good written and verbal communication.
• 5+ years of career experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in R&D of metal coating technologies.
• Support senior engineers on new and existing projects.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and technical service teams.

Skills

Math & Science Aptitude

Wet Chemistry

Chemical/Electroplating Exp

Education: HS or Associate

Safety Training

Hazard Handling

Reliability & Multi-tasking

Experience: 5+ Years

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree in Science

Job description

Research and Development Technician

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 Technicianto 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. In doing so, 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

To learn more about our company; please visit www.pavco.com

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.

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