R&D Assistant

About the Role

To thrive as an R&D Assistant, you’ll support daily lab, warehouse, and administrative operations that help our R&D team move projects forward. Join a collaborative environment at our colorful corporate headquarters, where each day brings hands‑on work, problem‑solving, and new opportunities to learn! Under general supervision, you will complete a variety of administrative tasks and provide general laboratory, warehouse, and delivery support. • Perform procurement tasks such as entering requisitions and managing purchase orders. • Coordinate and schedule meetings, conference room setups, and supplier visits. • Receive, log, and label incoming raw materials accurately. • Reconcile packing slips with purchase orders and maintain documentation. • Run shipping and receiving operations (FedEx, DHL, UPS) and act as backup for warehouse receiving. • Keep warehouse and storage areas clean, safe, and organized. • Deliver mail and raw materials between local facilities, ensuring reliable transportation and time management. • Use computer systems to manage shipment and material data; oversee inventory control for laboratory supplies. • Support demos, displays, and other project needs with a creative, hands‑on approach. • Perform clerical/office tasks and hands‑on warehouse work. • Communicate professionally with staff, management, agents, vendors, and customers. • Operate heavy machinery (forklifts, reach trucks, manual/electric pallet jacks); training and certification provided.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸procurement
• ▸shipping ops
• ▸inventory control
• ▸heavy machinery
• ▸lab support
• ▸data management

What You Bring

• Maintain a high school diploma or equivalent and knowledge of standard office record‑keeping practices. • Meet Behr’s authorized driver standards (valid license, insurance, acceptable driving record) and lift up to 30 lb.

Requirements

• ▸high school
• ▸record keeping
• ▸driver's license
• ▸insurance
• ▸driving record
• ▸30 lb

Benefits

We offer competitive pay with bonus opportunities, 15 paid days off in the first year plus sick days, a 401(k) plan with 4% match and profit‑sharing, and comprehensive health plans for individuals and families. Additional perks are detailed at behr.com/careers. The position is full‑time at Behr Paint Company, located in the United States, with a hiring range of $17.15‑$26.79 USD. Shift 1 schedule applies.

Work Environment

Onsite