Laboratory Technician- Adhesive Technologies

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

• Assist in preparation and testing of a range of composite samples, including fiber-reinforced polymer materials, across multiple test methods.
• Prepare and test resin formulations in accordance with established guidelines, working independently or in collaboration with engineering and technical staff. 
• Operate moving equipment such as forklifts, when required.
• Maintain a clean, organized laboratory environment and support safe work practices.
• Equipment Maintenance and routine checks to ensure reliability.
• Read and follow work instructions and safety data sheets (SDS) related to sample preparation, formulating resins and sample testing.
• Utilize various computer systems to perform work and assist in the preparation of test reports.
• Ensure experiments are executed safely while working alongside engineers and scientists.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

What makes you a good fit

• 1-3 years of working experience in a lab setting or similar. 
• High school diploma required, with preference given to candidates who hold college diplomas in science, technology, engineering, or maintenance-related fields.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Use of mechanical tools. Skilled in use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to work with resins, carbon fiber, fiberglass, and other materials.
• Fluent in English, with strong reading, writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with a personal computer in a Windows environment. Requires proficiency in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of basic mathematical principles. 
• General familiarity with multiple trades is a plus.
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic with a proactive, detail-oriented approach, supported by strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs. 
• Ability to follow instructions and direction from supervisors.

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 salary for this role is $25.00 - $30.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

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.

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.