Research and Development Specialist

2 weeks ago


Rochester, Michigan, United States Actalent Full time

Job Title: R&D Lab Technician



We are seeking a dedicated R&D Lab Technician to support our innovative team at our research facility. As part of a small, family-owned company experiencing significant growth, this position offers the opportunity to be creative and take ownership of various projects within our expanding range of R&D initiatives.



Responsibilities:




  • Prepare lab scale paint formulations and evaluate their properties.
  • Perform quality control testing of paint formulations including viscosity, color, temperature, pH, sag, flow, curing time, and appearance.
  • Perform and maintain calibration, certification, maintenance, upkeep, and cleanliness of lab equipment and facility.
  • Understand basic color theory and experience with color spectrophotometer, creating custom color formulas, and color matching.
  • Prepare standards and solutions needed to maintain calibration of instruments.
  • Assist with writing or revising work instructions.
  • Optimize existing procedures.
  • Manage archival of Quality Documents.
  • Ensure safe working practices in industrial and all environments.


Essential Skills:




  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
  • 1+ year of experience in industry, preferably with coatings, paints, or epoxy.
  • Experience with formulation or color matching.


Additional Skills & Qualifications:




  • Experience with epoxy, sealants, or adhesives.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Experience with R&D, quality control, and various paint-related materials such as epoxy, sealants, and coatings.
  • Familiarity with wet chemistry and color matching.


Work Environment:



This role is based in an R&D lab environment within a very clean and newer building. There is no manufacturing at this site, resulting in a quieter workplace. The working hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.



About Actalent:



Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.



Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:



At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:




  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.



If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.



Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions.



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