Job Description
Job Title: Lab Technician
Location: Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 06 Months
Domain: Research & Development / Adhesives & Sealants / Laboratory Testing
Pay Rate: $21.00 - $24.00/hr. (Depends on Experience & Qualifications)
Schedule: 1st Shift
Deadline: 7/20/2026
Skills Required:
Primary (Must-Have):
- Associate Degree or equivalent laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing experience in the adhesive/sealant industry
- Experience performing laboratory testing and experimentation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Experience maintaining laboratory equipment and work areas
- Ability to analyze and communicate technical findings effectively
- Knowledge of laboratory safety practices and procedures
Secondary (Good to Have):
- Experience working with water-based acrylic or moisture-curable adhesives and sealants
- Experience with viscosity, tensile, peel strength, extrusion, and stability testing
- Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards
- Experience using electronic laboratory notebooks (Patent Safe or similar)
- Inventory management experience within a laboratory environment
- Experience supporting product development and research projects
- Mechanical aptitude for maintaining laboratory and mixing equipment
Position Overview
The Lab Technician will support the Research & Development team in the development of innovative sealants and adhesives used in the construction industry. This role involves preparing laboratory-scale batches, conducting product testing, documenting results, maintaining equipment, managing inventory, and supporting regulatory documentation while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Support the Sealing & Bonding team in research and development of water-based and moisture-curable sealants and adhesives
- Perform laboratory-scale experiments designed by the research team and document detailed observations and findings
- Characterize physical and mechanical properties of adhesives using analytical techniques including viscosity, tensile testing, extrusion testing, peel strength testing, stability testing, and color matching
- Maintain accurate records using electronic laboratory notebooks and prepare written technical reports
- Conduct job hazard assessments and assist in developing laboratory best practices
- Maintain laboratory equipment and mixing equipment to ensure proper functionality
- Ensure laboratory work areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards
- Manage laboratory inventory, including raw materials and testing substrates
- Prepare and submit documentation required for regulatory review of raw materials and products
- Coordinate shipping and handling of experimental samples
- Practice safe work habits in accordance with OSHA, EPA, and company EHS guidelines
- Support project execution activities as prioritized within the R&D project portfolio
- Collaborate with research scientists and cross-functional teams to communicate project results and findings
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering Technology, or a related scientific discipline preferred
- Equivalent laboratory, pilot plant, or manufacturing experience in the adhesive/sealant industry will be considered
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to maintain laboratory equipment and perform routine troubleshooting
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with adhesives, sealants, coatings, or polymer-based products
- Experience performing laboratory analytical and mechanical testing
- Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and laboratory safety requirements
- Experience using electronic laboratory notebook systems
- Experience supporting product development or research projects
- Mechanical aptitude and experience maintaining laboratory equipment
Work Environment
- Hands-on laboratory environment involving formulation, mixing, testing, and evaluation of adhesive and sealant products
- Frequent collaboration with Research & Development team members and technical personnel
- Fast-paced setting with multiple projects and deadlines
- Requires adherence to laboratory safety protocols and proper handling of chemicals and testing equipment
- Team-oriented environment focused on innovation, product development, and continuous improvement
Benefits
Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k) | Paid Sick Leave
EEOC Compliance
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
Disclaimer
AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.