Tech II Specialist R&D

Sun Chemical Corporation; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Life insurance

Job summary

Sun Chemical Corporation, a global leader in pigments and materials, is seeking a laboratory technician to perform basic chemical synthesis, process development, and data evaluation under supervision. You will document experiments, interpret results, maintain safety practices, and support training and equipment maintenance.

The role emphasizes accuracy, adherence to SOPs, and collaboration with the QA team to ensure data integrity.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Some chemistry coursework with laboratory experience; college or associate-level education in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related fields preferred.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Accurately performs and documents experiments and results for assigned projects under supervision.
• Interprets and reports test results with supervision and performs routine calculations required by experiments.
• Performs basic mathematical calculations needed to adjust formulas.
• Understands, follows, and prioritizes all safety protocols.
• Identifies and communicates opportunities for safety improvements.
• Completes procedures and documentation required by the Quality Management System.
• Operates laboratory equipment and performs minor maintenance as needed.
• Orders supplies and instrument parts; coordinates with manufacturers for repairs.
• Assists in training others following SOPs and training guidelines, based on safety record, operational expertise, and equipment knowledge.
• Plans and executes daily lab synthesis for pigment development, including managing reaction timing to ensure complete and accurate data collection.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

College or associate-level education in chemistry or related fields preferred

Tools

Excel

Job description

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Cooperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter.

Position Summary / Objectives

This role performs basic chemical synthesis, physical processing, and evaluation of laboratory processes under the supervision of a supervisor. Safety, accuracy, and adherence to established protocols are essential.

Essential Job Functions

• Accurately performs and documents all experiments and results for assigned projects under supervision.
• Interprets and reports test results with supervision and performs routine calculations required by experiments.
• Performs basic mathematical calculations needed to adjust formulas.
• Understands, follows, and prioritizes all safety protocols.
• Identifies and communicates opportunities for safety improvements.
• Completes procedures and documentation required by the Quality Management System.
• Operates laboratory equipment and performs minor maintenance as needed.
• Orders supplies and instrument parts; coordinates with manufacturers for repairs.
• Assists in training others following SOPs and training guidelines, based on safety record, operational expertise, and equipment knowledge.
• Plans and executes daily lab synthesis for pigment development, including managing reaction timing to ensure complete and accurate data collection.
• Demonstrates a basic understanding of good laboratory practices and a willingness to learn and contribute to chemistry, data analysis, and safety initiatives.

Required Education and Experience

Education / Training / Certificates / Licenses

• High School Diploma/GED required
• Some chemistry coursework with laboratory experience; college or associate-level education in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related fields preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong mathematical skills.

Experience

• 2+ years of chemistry laboratory experience.
• Experience using Excel and other Microsoft programs to write reports, collect data, and perform data analysis.

Preferred (Not Mandatory) Qualifications

• College or associate-level education in chemistry or related fields.

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun's policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employment agencies are an important component of our talent acquisition strategy, and we value the partnerships we have built with our preferred vendors. We will not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies for any employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Sun Chemical or directly to hiring managers in any form without a signed contract on file, and search engagement for that position, will be deemed unsolicited in nature, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired as a result of the referral or through other means. Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun Chemical and no fees will be paid to the agency if the candidate is hired.