Sika · 4 hours ago
R & D Lab Technician
Shakopee, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$25/hr - $30/hr
2+ years expSika is a worldwide leader in innovation and sustainability in construction and manufacturing. The R & D Lab Technician will contribute to the development of new products and processes, providing technical support while performing various tests and experiments in a laboratory setting.
Building MaterialChemicalIndustrialManufacturingMiningPrecious Metals
Responsibilities
Prepare formulations, run lab and process development experiments in glassware, gallon batch mixer in development labs
Perform basic chemical, physical and performance tests in various technology areas
Test new and existing product formulas according to standard test protocols, such as ASTM and other industry standards. Perform all the mechanical testing to support product development
Must be able to lift bags and buckets of materials as a part of routine lab work
Perform technology demonstrations and/or field evaluations with limited guidance
Document experiments and results in Laboratory notebooks with full traceability
Immediately reports unsafe acts or conditions to his/her supervisor and takes immediate interim steps to protect himself/herself and others from serious risk
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED
2 -3 years of experience working in a laboratory or pilot plant or manufacturing environment
Must have knowledge of common laboratory concepts, practices, and procedures
2 years of experience using a computer to generate reports
Good verbal and written communication skills are required
Benefits
401k with Generous Company Match
Bonuses
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid time off, paid holidays
Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Education Assistance
Professional Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Program & More!
Company
Sika
Sika is a chemical company that produces systems and products for bonding, sealing, and protecting in the building and industrial sectors.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.31B2025-11-11Post Ipo Debt· $750.79M
2025-03-03Post Ipo Debt· $557.53M
1995-04-07IPO
Leadership Team
Thomas Hasler
CEO
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Patricia Heidtman
Chief Innovation and Sustainability Officer
Recent News
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