Sr Application Engineering Lab Technician

Adhesive Technologies Engineering United States, Irvine, CA, CA Full Time Regular
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About this Position

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow. 

This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. 

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel. 

What you´ll do

  • Conducts all laboratory work in a safe manner including the use of proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), adherence to site safety practices, use of laboratory equipment, 5S, etc. 
  • Executes lab testing and methods and reports results according to accepted company lab practices; results, reports and observations will be communicated to internal/external customers
  • Communicates observations regarding testing, data and/or experimental outcome
  • Employs problem-solving skillsets to overcome project bottlenecks and maintain project deliverable dates
  • Programming of robots, comfortable with a variety of curing and dispensing equipment
  • May train other technicians regarding equipment operation and/or test procedures
  • Takes on equipment ownership and is responsible for maintaining the safe operation of the assigned equipment
  • Understanding of mathematical and statistical techniques relevant to adhesive product testing

What makes you a good fit

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology or engineering field
  • 2-3+ years of experience working in a Chemical laboratory is preferred
  • Ability to gather, understand, and interpret chemical, physical, and mechanical data
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other team members in product development programs
  • Solid interpersonal skills. Candidate must be able to work as a team member and independently on multi-task assignments
  • Knowledgeable in Power Point, Word & Excel. Familiarity with Statistical Analysis Software is preferred
  • Availability to work different shifts if needed
  • Ability to work in a chemical lab environment and with lab equipment and computers
  • Able to carry out laboratory activities
  • Frequently sit, view a computer screen, and type on a keyboard for extended periods of times
  • Strong verbal communication skills one-on-one with colleagues/customers as well as in front of groups
  • Uses good scientific judgment, statistical analysis, root cause identification and robust solution implementation
  • Occasionally may be required to reach, squat, bend and lift up to 25 lbs

Some benefits of joining Henkel

  • Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1 
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program 
  • Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement 
  • Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships 
  • Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement

The salary for this role is $65,000.00 - $73,000.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.

Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

JOB ID: 26090997

Job Locations: United States, CA, Irvine, CA

Contact information for application-related questions: talent.acquisition@henkel.com

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