Lab Technician #26-17593

Duration: 12+ months. Location: Onsite in Racine at Sam’s Hall. Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with flexibility based on position needs.

About the role

Our client is a leading global consumer business committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability. With a focus on research and development, we strive to create innovative products that meet the evolving needs of consumers worldwide. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented R&D Applied Product Testing & Development Technician to support product development, product improvement initiatives, competitive assessments, and innovation programs across the Home Cleaning portfolio. This role is heavily focused on hands-on laboratory and testing activities.

Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory testing across multiple home cleaning categories, including:
  • Glass cleaning performance, streaking, and filming evaluations
  • Fabric staining, laundering, and stain removal assessments
  • Hard surface cleaning and soil removal testing
  • Competitive benchmarking and performance comparisons
• Prepare laboratory samples and formulations by following established procedures and standard operating practices.
• Create and apply laboratory soils/stains and substrates for performance testing.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and analytical instruments.
• Collect, document, and organize experimental data with high accuracy and consistency.
• Perform basic data analysis, identify trends, and communicate results to project teams.
• Support product development, renovation, and innovation programs through timely execution of testing plans.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, materials, and workspace in compliance with company standards.
• Adhere to all safety, chemical handling, and environmental procedures.
• Collaborate with scientists, formulators, and cross-functional partners to ensure project alignment and delivery.

Requirements

• High School Diploma with 3+ years of relevant experience.

Skills

• Strong lab experience, including working with laboratory equipment, analytical instruments, or technical testing while maintaining high safety standards.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to follow detailed instructions and standardized procedures consistently while ensuring data quality and accuracy.
• Self-starter with strong organizational, prioritization, and documentation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills within cross-technical teams (e.g., packaging engineers, R&D team members).
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn new lab procedures and test methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering Technology, Food Science, Material Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Basic data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining a high level of quality and precision.