Senior Product Development Lab Technician

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About this Position

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.

This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

What You´ll Do

• Collects and communicates data and basic observations to assigned Chemist/Scientist
• Ensures high data quality, consistency, and reproducibility
• Applies mathematical and statistical techniques relevant to adhesive product testing
• Proactively identifies and drives laboratory and process improvements
• Acts as an independent problem solver and process owner with minimal supervision
• Conducts all R&D laboratory work in a safe manner including the use of proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), adherence to site safety practices, use of laboratory equipment, 5S, etc.
• Comfortable with a variety of curing and dispensing equipment

What makes you a good fit

• Minimum of an associate’s degree in chemistry, biology or a science field with 8-10 years of experience working in a Chemical laboratory
• Preferred bachelor’s degree with 4-6 years of experience working in a Chemical laboratory
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other team members in product development programs
• Candidate must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to work as a team member and independently on multi-task assignments.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office and Statistical Analysis Software such as JMP is preferred.
• Ability to work in a chemical lab environment and with lab equipment and computers
• Able to carry out laboratory activities as required
• Frequently sit, view a computer screen, and type on a keyboard for extended periods of time
• Strong verbal communication skills one-on-one with colleagues/customers as well as in front of groups
• Uses good scientific judgment, statistical analysis, root cause identification and robust solution implementation
• Occasionally may be required to reach, squat, bend and lift up to 25 lbs.

Some benefits of joining Henkel

• Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick time, vacation time and holiday time
• Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
• Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
• Career Growth: skill development programs, promotional opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

The annual pay range for this role is $65,000 and $75,000. This range reflects the good‑faith minimum and maximum hourly rate the Company reasonably expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. This role is classified as non‑exempt, and employees are eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. In addition to the hourly wage, employees in this position may be eligible for shift differentials, premium pay, bonuses, or other forms of compensation, depending on role and location. The Company also offers a comprehensive benefits package as described above.

Actual compensation will depend on factors such as the candidate’s skills, experience, training, certifications, and work location. This job posting is intended to comply with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws.

Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.