QC​/R&D Technician

Location: R2 Sealant Systems, Inc., 3410 Millennium Blvd SE, Massillon, OH 44646

Job Type: Full Time

Shift &

Schedule:

Day shift, 8 hour shift, Overtime, Weekends as needed, Monday to Friday

Benefits: 401(k), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Vision insurance, Opportunities for advancement, Paid time off

QC / R&D Technician – R2 Sealant Systems

Location: Massillon, OH

Hours: Monday – Friday | Day Shift

Job Type: Full-time

Are you detail-oriented, curious, and eager to grow in a technical manufacturing environment? R2 Sealant Systems is hiring a QC / R&D Technician to support both our Quality Control and Research & Development teams. This hands-on role is ideal for candidates who enjoy problem-solving, working with data, and contributing to continuous improvement. Recent science graduates are encouraged to apply.

The QC / R&D Technician is a dual-function position supporting Quality Control activities (reporting to the Technical Director) and Research & Development initiatives (reporting to the Director of R&D). Initially, the role will focus approximately 75% on Quality Control and 25% on R&D, with R&D responsibilities increasing over time as the business grows. This evolving role offers strong opportunities for professional growth, technical development, and career advancement.

• Quality Control Responsibilities (Reporting to the Technical Director):
• Conduct regular audits on fill lines, verifying materials against defined specifications
• Perform 100% inspection of staged shipments prior to release
• Gather and document color samples for customer shipping audits
• Communicate corrective actions to operators to resolve quality issues
• Notify Quality team members of potential or emerging issues
• Ensure product retains are properly collected and stored
• Verify all paperwork is complete, accurate, and compliant
• Assist with quality investigations and prepare Non-Conforming Material (NCM) reports
• Support material testing as needed due to workload, absences, or special requests
• Assist with special projects, including rework initiatives
• Prepare, package, and ship customer samples as required
• R&D Responsibilities (Reporting to the Director of R&D):
• Conduct research and support formulation development for hybrid, silicone, and latex chemistries
• Participate in raw material qualification, evaluation, and documentation
• Support cost-reduction projects, manufacturing improvements, and customer-specific formulations
• Assist in ensuring compliance with regulatory, manufacturing, and quality standards
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to support technical development and decision-making

• Associate of Science degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field preferred
• Recent graduates encouraged to apply
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking abilities
• Comfortable asking questions and seeking clarification to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Ability to make decisions based on data, observations, and test results
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus, but not required
• Technical aptitude and curiosity
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Initiative and a continuous-improvement mindset

• 401(k)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for advancement within the company

• Full-time, day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime as needed

If you’re looking to grow your technical career with a company that values quality, innovation, and teamwork, apply today to join the R2 Sealant Systems team!