Rubber Lab Technician – Onsite R&D

Kelly Services; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Bonus and holidays

Transit benefits

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services is seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our R&D team in Akron, Ohio. This onsite role supports rubber processing and testing, including mixing, sample prep, and both physical and chemical analysis.

You will work with Banbury mixers, mills, and cure presses to produce rubber compounds and prepare specimens for testing. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of lab or mechanical experience, basic computer skills, and a safety-focused mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• 1-2 years of related laboratory or mechanical experience
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite, email, web navigation)
• 1-2 years of experience in mechanical or rubber/polymer testing (preferred)
• 4 years of relevant experience, or a 2-year degree plus 2 years of relevant experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety and quality policies, procedures, and regulations
• Accurately handle and weigh raw materials using analytical techniques
• Stand for prolonged periods and lift up to 50 pounds as needed
• Operate Banbury mixers, mills, and industrial cure presses to produce rubber compounds
• Use hand tools and knives to prepare rubber specimens for testing
• Utilize laboratory rubber processing and physical/chemical testing equipment
• Troubleshoot equipment, software, and process issues
• Work with chemicals in environments with fumes, dust, heat, and noise
• Communicate effectively with engineers and scientists
• Prioritize work and meet turnaround goals independently
• Learn and use necessary computer software and programs
• Assist in other lab areas as needed, based on training
• Adapt to specific work assignments within the lab

Skills

Detail-oriented

Team-focused

Safety conscious

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Banbury mixers

Job description

Kelly Services is seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our R&D team in Akron, Ohio. This onsite role supports rubber processing and testing, including mixing, sample prep, and both physical and chemical analysis.

You will work with Banbury mixers, mills, and cure presses to produce rubber compounds and prepare specimens for testing. The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of lab or mechanical experience, basic computer skills, and a safety-focused mindset.