Laboratory Technician Job Listing at Kelly Services in Auburn Hills, MI (Job ID US3618177_BH10009932)

Description

Laboratory Technician

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and test laboratory batches for the adhesives product line, ensuring compliance with internal standards and automotive customer specifications.
• Document data and test results in an electronic laboratory notebook; prepare formal reports as required.
• Organize and maintain data, execute assigned tasks according to established priorities, and adhere to project timelines.
• Collaborate closely with chemists, technicians, customers, and suppliers to support new product development and ongoing product maintenance.
• Participate actively in the formulation, testing, qualification, and scale-up of adhesive products.

Key Duties:

• Assist in the co-development of new products aligned with customer needs and business strategy.
• Manufacture adhesive batches, conduct lab tests on substrates, and accurately collect and record data.
• Support product scale-up efforts by working collaboratively within teams and following established procedures.
• Learn and apply best laboratory practices to perform responsibilities independently, safely, and efficiently.
• Maintain awareness of customer requirements; uphold product quality and performance standards.
• Proactively adhere to and promote environmental, health, and safety practices within the R&D facility.
• Evaluate new materials and components, and maintain laboratory equipment as designated Equipment Responsible Person (ERP).
• Conduct high-quality experiments, analyze laboratory data, and interpret results.

Essential Functions:

• Prepare intermediate products and adhesive batches.
• Lift and move pails weighing up to 50 pounds as required.
• Weigh raw materials and transfer them into mixers; scrape and clean mixer bowls following batch processing.
• Package samples, maintain controlled environments, and perform adhesive characterization/tests (e.g., viscosity, rheology, mechanical property testing).
• Apply adhesives using manual or automated caulking equipment.
• Order, inventory, organize, and distribute laboratory materials.
• Clean and maintain laboratory workspaces; calibrate and verify lab equipment daily.
• Document all activities, health and safety audits, and experimental plans/work in an Electronic Lab Notebook.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline preferred. 
• Previous laboratory experience in an industrial or R&D environment is essential.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to safe, efficient work practices.
• Highly self-motivated, adaptable to fast-paced environments, eager to learn, and adept at prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively.
• Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills; able to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams.
• Comfortable with data entry and analysis using Excel or similar applications, with the ability to recognize data anomalies.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.
• Capable of regularly lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and frequently up to 40 pounds.
• Experience with polymers is preferred but not required.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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