R&D Technician
R2 Sealant Systems, LLC., Massillon, OH, United States
Location:
R2 Sealant Systems, Inc., 3410 Millennium Blvd SE, Massillon, OH 44646
Job Type:
Full Time
Shift & Schedule:
Day shift 8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Benefits:
401(k), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Vision insurance, Paid time off
Full Job Description
R&D Technician – R2 Sealant Systems
Location: Massillon, OH
Hours: Monday – Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Job Type: Full-time
Are you a hands-on problem solver with a passion for science and innovation? R2 Sealant Systems is seeking a motivated R&D Technician to support product development and continuous improvement initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a lab environment, analyzing data, and contributing to the advancement of high-quality sealant and adhesive products.
Position Summary
The R&D Technician is a dual-function role primarily supporting Research & Development (R&D) and secondarily supporting Quality Control (QC). This position plays a key role in formulation development, raw material evaluation, and process improvement while ensuring quality and compliance standards are met. The workload is approximately 90% R&D and 10% Quality Control.
Key Responsibilities
Research & Development
Conduct research and support formulation development for hybrid, silicone, and latex chemistries
Participate in raw material qualification, evaluation, and documentation processes
Support cost-reduction initiatives and manufacturing improvement projects
Assist with customer-specific formulation development and modifications
Ensure compliance with regulatory, manufacturing, and quality standards
Scale laboratory formulations to full production
Collect, analyze, and interpret data to support technical decision-making
Quality Control
Notify Quality team members of potential or emerging issues
Assist in gathering data for quality investigations
Support material testing as needed based on workload or special requests
Assist with special projects, including rework initiatives
Prepare, package, and ship customer samples as required
Required Skills & Qualifications
Associate of Science degree (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field) preferred
Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills
Ability to make decisions based on data, observations, and test results
Comfortable asking questions and seeking clarification to ensure accuracy and compliance
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Strong attention to detail
Technical aptitude and scientific curiosity
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Initiative and a continuous improvement mindset
Laboratory and manufacturing environment within a chemical production facility
Regular interaction with production areas and chemical materials
Must follow all safety protocols and quality standards
Success of formulation development and project completion timelines
Accuracy and reliability of data collection and reporting
Contribution to cost-reduction and process improvement initiatives
Responsiveness to quality issues and support effectiveness
Compliance with safety and regulatory standards
401(k)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
If you’re ready to learn, innovate, and contribute to cutting-edge product development, apply today and join the R2 Sealant Systems team!
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R2 Sealant Systems, Inc., 3410 Millennium Blvd SE, Massillon, OH 44646
Job Type:
Full Time
Shift & Schedule:
Day shift 8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Benefits:
401(k), Dental insurance, Health insurance, Vision insurance, Paid time off
Full Job Description
R&D Technician – R2 Sealant Systems
Location: Massillon, OH
Hours: Monday – Friday | 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Job Type: Full-time
Are you a hands-on problem solver with a passion for science and innovation? R2 Sealant Systems is seeking a motivated R&D Technician to support product development and continuous improvement initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a lab environment, analyzing data, and contributing to the advancement of high-quality sealant and adhesive products.
Position Summary
The R&D Technician is a dual-function role primarily supporting Research & Development (R&D) and secondarily supporting Quality Control (QC). This position plays a key role in formulation development, raw material evaluation, and process improvement while ensuring quality and compliance standards are met. The workload is approximately 90% R&D and 10% Quality Control.
Key Responsibilities
Research & Development
Conduct research and support formulation development for hybrid, silicone, and latex chemistries
Participate in raw material qualification, evaluation, and documentation processes
Support cost-reduction initiatives and manufacturing improvement projects
Assist with customer-specific formulation development and modifications
Ensure compliance with regulatory, manufacturing, and quality standards
Scale laboratory formulations to full production
Collect, analyze, and interpret data to support technical decision-making
Quality Control
Notify Quality team members of potential or emerging issues
Assist in gathering data for quality investigations
Support material testing as needed based on workload or special requests
Assist with special projects, including rework initiatives
Prepare, package, and ship customer samples as required
Required Skills & Qualifications
Associate of Science degree (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field) preferred
Recent graduates are encouraged to apply
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and critical-thinking skills
Ability to make decisions based on data, observations, and test results
Comfortable asking questions and seeking clarification to ensure accuracy and compliance
Preferred Qualifications
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Strong attention to detail
Technical aptitude and scientific curiosity
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Initiative and a continuous improvement mindset
Laboratory and manufacturing environment within a chemical production facility
Regular interaction with production areas and chemical materials
Must follow all safety protocols and quality standards
Success of formulation development and project completion timelines
Accuracy and reliability of data collection and reporting
Contribution to cost-reduction and process improvement initiatives
Responsiveness to quality issues and support effectiveness
Compliance with safety and regulatory standards
401(k)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
If you’re ready to learn, innovate, and contribute to cutting-edge product development, apply today and join the R2 Sealant Systems team!
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