URGENTLY HIRING: R&D Lab Technician

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated R&D Lab Technician to join our team. This role involves preparing and testing various formulas and wet samples of paint and coatings, evaluating their properties, and performing standard testing procedures with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. The position is a contract role based in Columbus, OH, fully onsite, with working hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The anticipated application deadline is Oct 18, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Make and test formulations from developed SOPs; analyze the resulting data to form conclusions.
• Maintain project documentation consistent with best practices; communicate and report test results to lab personnel.
• Work within established timelines with minimal reminders.
• Present project data to stakeholders in an effective and efficient manner.
• Represent R&D and work effectively with cross-functional groups including but not limited to quality control and pilot plants.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Provide direct support to sales, marketing, and supply chain efforts through reports, presentations, and guidance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Materials, ideally Chemistry, or at least one year of wet chemistry lab experience if non‑degreed.
• Conform with all site and laboratory safety requirements and policies, including participation in safety programs.
• Pragmatic, proactive, quick learner, self‑motivated.
• Learn and understand customer application methods to replicate customer line conditions.
• Effective interpersonal skills, keeping direct manager and team members informed of progress.
• Able to work at least at a basic level in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with wet chemistry, titration, and pH measurement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Pay

$25.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm