Lab Technician

R&D Applied Product Testing & Development Technician

Client is a leading global consumer business committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability in everything we do. With a focus on research and development, we strive to create innovative products that meet the evolving needs and expectations of consumers worldwide.

As we continue to expand our R&D efforts, we are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented R&D Applied Product Testing & Development Technician to support product development, product improvement initiatives, competitive assessments, and innovation programs across the Home Cleaning portfolio.

This role is heavily focused on hands-on laboratory and testing activities, requiring the execution of a wide range of test methodologies spanning hard surface cleaning, glass cleaning, fabric care, and related home cleaning applications. The successful candidate will have a strong attention to detail, a passion for hands-on experimental work, and the ability to quickly learn and apply new testing methods.

This individual will generate high-quality data that supports critical business decisions and collaborate closely with scientists, formulators, and cross-functional partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute laboratory testing across multiple home cleaning categories, including:
• Glass cleaning performance, streaking, and filming evaluations
• Fabric staining, laundering, and stain removal assessments
• Hard surface cleaning and soil removal testing
• Competitive benchmarking and performance comparisons
• Prepare laboratory samples and formulations by following established procedures and standard operating practices
• Create and apply laboratory soils/stains and substrates for performance testing
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and analytical instruments
• Collect, document, and organize experimental data with high accuracy and consistency
• Perform basic data analysis, identify trends, and communicate results to project teams
• Support product development, renovation, and innovation programs through timely execution of testing plans
• Maintain laboratory equipment, materials, and workspace in compliance with company standards
• Adhere to all safety, chemical handling, and environmental procedures
• Collaborate with scientists, formulators, and cross-functional partners to ensure project alignment and delivery

Required Education :

• High School Diploma with 3+ years of relevant experience

Top 5 Required Skills :

• Strong lab experience to include working with laboratory equipment, analytical instruments or technical testing while maintaining high safety standards
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to follow detailed instructions and standardized procedures consistently while ensuring data quality and accuracy
• Self-starter with strong organizational, prioritization and documentation skills
• Strong written and verbal communications skills within cross technical teams (packaging engineers, R&D team members, etc)
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn new lab procedures and test methodologies

Preferred Attributes :

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Engineering Technology, Food Science, Material Science, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• Basic data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments while maintaining a high level of quality and precision.