Lab Technician

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Located in White City, OR

Salary: Competitive comp & benefits!

We are seeking a motivated R&D Technician to support execution of high-performance coatings and advanced material development programs from early laboratory work through qualification, scale-up, and commercialization support. This is a hands-on laboratory role for someone who enjoys building, testing, learning, and contributing to real product development. You will work closely with scientists, technicians, and cross-functional partners in manufacturing, quality, and EH&S to generate high-quality experimental data, maintain strong laboratory execution, and help move development programs forward. This role is ideal for an early-career candidate who wants to build broad experience in high performance coatings, materials, testing, and process development in a fast-moving industrial R&D environment.

What You’ll Do
•    Support execution of coating formulation and materials development programs using NIC core technologies in a world-class lab, assisted by cutting-edge software tools and a world-class characterization suite.
•    Perform hands-on laboratory work, including sample preparation, formulation, coating application, testing, and data collection.
•    Assist team members in execution of experimental plans to solve formulation, materials, and process challenges.
•    Prepare raw materials, intermediates, test panels, and laboratory samples accurately and safely.
•    Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot standard laboratory and analytical equipment.
•    Document experimental work, test results, and observations clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner.
•    Compile and organize data to support technical reviews, project updates, and development decisions.
•    Help maintain laboratory efficiency, cleanliness, organization, and safety.
•    Support scale-up, qualification, and commercialization activities through strong laboratory execution and timely follow-through.
•    Assist with raw material evaluations, material handling, and inventory organization.
•    Support development and refinement of laboratory methods, workflows, and best practices.
•    Partner with R&D, manufacturing, and other teams as needed to support product and process development goals.

What We’re Looking For...
•    Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related technical field.
•    0–3 years of relevant laboratory, internship, co-op, or industry experience in coatings, materials, chemicals, or related product development environments.
•    Strong interest in hands-on laboratory work and experimental execution.
•    Ability to follow test methods, standard procedures, and technical direction with accuracy and consistency.
•    Strong organization, attention to detail, and documentation habits.
•    Ability to collect, record, and communicate data clearly.
•    Willingness to learn coating chemistry, material behavior, and development workflows in an industrial R&D setting.
•    Commitment to work safely with chemicals, solvents, powders, and laboratory equipment.
•    Experience using Excel or similar tools for data entry, organization, and basic analysis.
•    Strong written and verbal communication skills.
•    Ability to work on site.
•    Must be authorized to work in the United States and meet applicable export-control requirements, including qualification as a U.S. Person.
•    Passion for the work you do and the people you do it with!  

To Apply:  For confidential consideration, please submit resume to karen.turner@expresspros.com  

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