R&D Lab Technician

The R&D Lab Technician works under the supervision of Director of R&D to perform all QC testing on R&D trials, competitive fabric and complaint samples. Works with chemicals and testing equipment to assist in development of new products. Conduct routine fabric/chemical tests on R&D Development and trials samples with all QC and R&D tests required to match industry standards and customer specification. JPS Composite Materials (JPS, www.jpscm.com) is a wholly owned operating company within the Steel Partners Diversified Industrial Segment. JPS is a manufacturer of high-performance fabrics servicing the aerospace, military, commercial, and industrial markets. The company’s materials are found in a multitude of composite matrix applications including commercial aircraft interiors, radomes for commercial and military aircraft, ballistic applications for military vests and vehicles as well as electronic applications including automobile sensors and telecommunication antenna. JPS has over 60 years of experience in our markets and is the primary supplier of these products in North America. The corporate headquarters are in Anderson, SC with manufacturing facilities located in North and South Carolina. Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision BenefitsCompany provided life insurance and short-term disability401K with company matchFlex Spending Account / Health Savings AccountPaid Time Off and Paid HolidaysTuition ReimbursementCorporate Discount ProgramOpportunities to thrive within the companyQuarterly Bonus opportunitiesReferral and Retention BonusesSports Sponsorship for youth athletic coaches