Sr Application Engineering Lab Tech

Henkel; Rocky Hill (CT); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Work-Life Balance

401k match

Job summary

Henkel is seeking a hands-on R&D technician in Rocky Hill, CT to support the Adhesive Technologies unit. You will ensure safe lab operation, own equipment setup and troubleshooting, and document experimental data with insights for customers.

The role requires a chemistry/engineering/Materials Science degree and 3–5 years of lab experience, with strong data interpretation and teamwork abilities. Onsite 5 days a week in Rocky Hill, CT; Microsoft Suite and JMP skills preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in chemistry/engineering/materials science required.
• 3–5 years of chemical laboratory experience.
• Ability to gather, understand and interpret chemical, physical and mechanical data.

Responsibilities

• Ensure R&D laboratory work complies with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Operate and troubleshoot application equipment of moderate complexity.
• Document experiments and analyze data with clear records.
• Prepare data visuals and report results to internal/external customers.
• Train technicians on equipment operation and test procedures.

Skills

Data interpretation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science

Tools

Microsoft Suite

JMP

Job description

About this Position

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future throughthroughinnovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting‑edgetechnologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths andgrow.
Thisposition is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower ourpeople to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitiveadvantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.
Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career andmake an impact at Henkel.

What you’ll do

• Assureall R&D laboratory work is conducted in a safe manner includingunderstanding the Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), the use of proper PersonalProtective Equipment (PPE), adherence to site safety practices, use oflaboratory equipment, and 5S; ensures products and processes comply withall federal and state regulatory agencies
• Take on equipment ownership to operate application equipment safely andefficiently. Able to set up, operate and troubleshoot equipment ofmoderate complexity
• Withminimal supervision, accurately follow process procedures andrecord experimental details, collecting and organizing data in a coherentformat. Able to analyze and judge the quality of data
• Report laboratory results and methods according to Henkel lab book policies;results, reports and observations will be communicated tointernal/external customers in a timely manner
• Execute standardized test plans with minimal supervision
• Help develop new tests for materials performance as required and apply learningfrom one project to the next
• Familiarwith products and substrates associated with assigned technologyteam/market/region
• Preparegraphs or charts of data. Must have ability to identify and reportabnormalities in collected data and/or project work to supervisors
• Plandaily and weekly activities, multi-tasking as necessary to completeassigned tasks
• Train other technicians regarding equipmentoperating and/or test procedures

What makes you a good fit

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Materials Science or a science field.
• 3-5 years of working experience working in a chemical laboratory environment.
• Ability to gather, understand, and interpret chemical, physical and mechanical dataExcellent interpersonal skills.
• Abilityto work as a team member and independently on multi-task assignments
• Ability to effectively present information in small group situations to other employees of the organization
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Suite and JMP software (preferred)
• Able to work onsite, 5 days a week, in our Rocky Hill location

Some benefits of joining Henkel

• Health Insurance: affordableplans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
• Work-Life Balance:Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible& hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sellprogram
• Financial: 401kmatching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matchingshares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loanreimbursement
• Family Support:12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents givingbirth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discountedchild and elderly care, and scholarships
• Career Growth: diversenational and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skillsdevelopment courses, and tuition reimbursement

Thesalary range for this role is $62,500.00 and $70,000.00. This range represents thegood‑faith minimum and maximum wages the Company reasonably expects to offerfor this role at the time of posting.In addition to base salary, thisposition may be eligible for incentive pay or other forms of compensation, asapplicable. The Company also offers a comprehensive benefits package asdescribed above. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as thecandidate’s skills, experience, education, training, and work location. Thisposting is intended to comply with all applicable state and local paytransparency laws.AtHenkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and lifeexperiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us.Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicantswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability,veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.