Job Description

With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika has offices in over 100 countries with over 300 manufacturing facilities and more than 33,500 employees worldwide. With annual sales of 11.5+ billion dollars in 2024, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries. 

Job Description

Join our dynamic team and take on exciting challenges in the field of product development, testing, and laboratory housekeeping. We are looking for a dedicated Laboratory Assistant to play a vital role in supporting our innovation and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

Specific Responsibilities: As a Laboratory Assistant, you will be responsible for a range of critical tasks, including:

• Compound products according to instructions with a high level of independence.
• Collaborate on DOE, design FEMA, and other activities to support the transfer of new products and technologies to the Process group.
• Test laboratory samples, production samples, and competitive samples.
• Work on minor projects with minimal supervision.
• Assist in sample preparation for technical presentations to customers to gain product approval.
• Maintain accurate records of all formulations and test results.
• Prepare progress reports and memos related to assigned tasks or projects.
• Ensure that assigned equipment is well-maintained and in good operating condition.
• Keep assigned work areas and shared workspaces clean and organized.
• Order raw materials and laboratory supplies as directed.
• Properly store raw materials, retains, and reference samples in designated areas.
• Provide support for quality programs, including QS9000, PCP, and PSP processes.
• Participate in company-provided training programs.
• Attend technical presentations by raw material suppliers.

Qualifications

qualifications

• High School Diploma or College degree in General Sciences.
• 2+ years of experience in sealants, coatings, adhesives, or cement compounds.
• Strong oral communication and writing skills.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Fundamental knowledge of quality programs, including DOE, QS9000, and Design FEMA.

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Additional Information

Building Trust, Every Day

Competitive Benefits : Health Insurance, 401k with company match, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day.
Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career.

Community Involvement: Sika takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back.
Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

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