R&D Laboratory Technician

Innovative Chemical Products Group (ICP Group) is a leading formulator and manufacturer of specialty coatings, adhesives, and sealants serving the construction and industrial end markets. ICP Group is comprised of leading brands known for innovation, quality, and performance. Founded in 2015 and supported by a lean corporate team, ICP Group has scaled rapidly through organic and acquisition growth into one of the largest coatings, adhesives, and sealants companies in North America. Headquartered in Andover, MA, ICP Group has manufacturing and distribution sites throughout North America, Latin America, UK, Europe, and the Asia Pacific region.

About the role

We are seeking a hands-on R&D Laboratory Technician to support the Andover R&D facility, which specializes in water-based coating manufacturing, including tennis court and architectural coatings. This position works closely with R&D Chemists to prepare laboratory batches, perform testing and product applications, organize results, and support project-related activities. The role reports to the Technical Director.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D Chemists with product development and project-related laboratory work.
• Prepare accurate and reliable water-based and solvent-based laboratory batches according to established instructions.
• Perform coatings testing, sample preparation, and product application evaluations.
• Learn and support color matching activities.
• Record, organize, and communicate testing data clearly to the R&D team.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, materials, samples, and work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Support raw material and laboratory supply inventory activities.
• Follow applicable safety, environmental, and laboratory procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree, technical certificate, or relevant hands-on experience preferred.
• Laboratory, coatings, paint, manufacturing, quality control, or construction materials experience is preferred but not required.
• Interest in hands-on batching, testing, product application, and laboratory work.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures and document results accurately.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Self-motivated, dependable, organized, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Willingness to learn new laboratory methods, equipment, and color matching techniques.