Senior Adhesives R&D Lab Technician

Mactac North America; Stow (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Mactac North America in Stow, OH is seeking an Advanced Laboratory Technician to support R&D, product development, and claims investigations. You will perform laboratory testing, prepare samples, compound adhesives, and fabricate coated products while maintaining equipment and calibration records.

You will work closely with scientists, manage lab supplies, apply adhesive knowledge, follow safety procedures, and contribute to data reporting and process improvements on assigned shifts.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate or bachelor\u2019s degree in a scientific or technical field preferred.
• 3 years of relevant laboratory experience required.
• Verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with all levels of personnel within Mactac.
• Working knowledge of personal computers (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Math skills with emphasis on statistical interpretation of data
• Ability to work independently
• 3 1 years of lab experience. Industry related experience may be acceptable.
• Valid driver\u2019s license.
• Experience operating material handling equipment is a plus.
• Mechanical aptitude to assemble, adjust, maintain, troubleshoot laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct standard laboratory tests to determine physical properties of raw materials and coated products.
• Prepare lab batches and compound adhesives for R&D studies and product development.
• Record results and provide basic data interpretation for further analysis by R&D staff.
• Maintain calibration records and coordinate routine maintenance of equipment.
• Order and manage laboratory supplies and gases needed for testing.
• Ensure a safe, organized lab environment and adhere to LH&S policies.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data analysis

Independent work

Verbal and written communication

Safety consciousness

Education

Associate or bachelor's degree in a scientific/technical field

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Rheometer

Lab mixers

UV curing units

Job description

Mactac North America in Stow, OH is seeking an Advanced Laboratory Technician to support R&D, product development, and claims investigations. You will perform laboratory testing, prepare samples, compound adhesives, and fabricate coated products while maintaining equipment and calibration records.

You will work closely with scientists, manage lab supplies, apply adhesive knowledge, follow safety procedures, and contribute to data reporting and process improvements on assigned shifts.