R&D Technician

Laticrete International

The Role

Overview

Prepare formulations, conduct tests, maintain R&D lab, record results.

Key Responsibilities

  • formula security
  • testing equipment
  • physical testing
  • test reporting
  • technical projects
  • lab maintenance

Tasks

-Maintain absolute security over batching and formula sheets at night, weekends or when not in use. Insure that only authorized personnel have access to formulas. -Team Cooperation - maintain positive, cooperative, professional attitude with all LATICRETE employees and all customers. -Maintain clean and properly operating testing equipment. -Record and report test results in an approved manner. -Perform physical testing on experimental or standard products as directed by staff member. -Provide innovative suggestions for improved performance tests and methods. 8. Implement special technical projects as assigned by supervisor. -Maintain a clean and efficiently operating R&D laboratory.

Requirements

  • qc
  • safety
  • ms office
  • analytical
  • lab experience
  • communication

What You Bring

-Work exposure to QC and Laboratory environment. -Knowledgeable with hazards and safety procedures of chemicals used in R&D lab environment. -Computer skills: Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook). -Must be well organized, detail oriented and have strong analytical ability. -Bending and reaching to file. Infrequent ability to lift/move up to minimum of 50 pounds. -2-4 years’ experience in a research lab or a minimum of 1 year experience in a construction material laboratory is required. -Strong verbal and written communication skills. -Must be a self-starter and ability to multi-task.

Benefits

-12 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time -Tuition reimbursement -Flexible spending -Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance

The Company

About Laticrete International

-A three-generation, family-owned business that expanded into 100+ countries through bold export strategies. -Products range from tile & stone mortars to decorative resinous floors and concrete restoration systems. -Typical projects include high-end tile installations, waterproofing, floor leveling, and masonry builds. -Specialisms span buildings and infrastructure, with durable solutions contributing to LEED-certified sites. -Innovation roots evident in early latex additives and ongoing R&D at ISO 9001-certified facilities. -Standout fact: their SUPERCAP® system redefines underlayment with industry-leading warranties.

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