Top 49 R&d technician Jobs in Chicago Il

Sr. Plastics Lab Technician
Vivify Company —Glendale Heights, IL
- From $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Data analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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R&D Technician
Astrix Technology Group —La Grange, IL
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Contract
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- High school diploma or GED
- Opportunities for advancement
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Manufacturing Foreman
Experis —South Holland, IL
- $95,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Mentoring
- Senior level
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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4d
Quality Control Technician
Hexpol TPE Americas LLC —Broadview, IL
- $22 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Relocation assistance
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R&D Technician
Numat —Chicago, IL
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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R&D/QA Lab Technician
Simple Mills —Chicago, IL
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Opportunities for advancement
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R&D Lab Support Technician
Glanbia Foods —Downers Grove, IL
- From $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
2d
R&D Technician I
Honeywell —McCook, IL
- $44,800 - $56,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Computer skills
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
R&D Technician
Stepan Company —Northfield, IL
- $46,000 - $58,000 a year
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
- Profit sharing
- Paid parental leave
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R&D Tech II
Honeywell —Des Plaines, IL
- $49,500 - $61,900 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- OSHA
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Quality Technician 2nd Shift
Ferrara Candy Company, Inc. —Forest Park, IL
- $27 an hour
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Experimental Facility Operator
Argonne National Laboratory —Lemont, IL
- $29.75 - $62.06 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Engineering
- System design
R & D Technician
FAREVA USA INC —Morton Grove, IL
- $24 an hour
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
Food Science Laboratory Technician
Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc. —Itasca, IL
- Full-time
- Culinary experience
- Mid-level
- Math
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Research & Development Product Assistant
Kraft Heinz Company —Glenview, IL
- From $24 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
3d
Technician
Owens Corning —Summit, IL
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
- Residential
4d
Extrusion Senior Technician Operator- Mon-Fri (8am-4:30pm)
The Clorox Company —Willowbrook, IL
- $23.61 - $49.28 an hour
- Overtime
- Ability to climb stairs
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- No degree
- Health insurance
- Adoption assistance
Technical Service Manager
Bluefors —Chicago, IL
- $110,000 - $150,000 a year
- English
- Business development experience
- Continuous improvement
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
6d
Shift Operator- $24/hr Job
Arkema B.V. —Alsip, IL
- $24 - $28 an hour
- Temporary
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Quality Assurance & Regulatory Lead
Tovala —Chicago, IL
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Up to 50% travel
- Mid-level
- Team management
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Sr. Plastics Lab Technician

Vivify Company
Glendale Heights, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
From $70,000 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Polymers experience in materials engineering
Customer communication
Customer relationship building
Engineering development testing
Quality control product testing
Technical documentation
Visual color comparison
In-person customer service
Continuous improvement
Attention to detail
Customer engagement
Technical writing experience
Quality systems
Materials science
Color matching analysis
Research & development
Customer interaction during outreach
Mechanical knowledge

Full Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Plastics Lab Technician with a strong hands-on mindset and a proven ability to build, optimize, and operate laboratory environments. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, takes initiative, and brings both technical expertise and practical problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate has deep experience in pigment and additive masterbatch development and is comfortable engaging directly with customers while helping drive innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Execute formulation, compounding, and testing plastic materials, with a focus on pigment and additive masterbatches
Operate and maintain lab equipment such as extruders, mixers, spectrophotometers, and testing instruments
Support lab setup, expansion, and continuous improvement initiatives, including equipment selection and workflow optimization
Troubleshoot processing and formulation issues, providing practical, data-driven solutions
Conduct color matching, dispersion analysis, and performance evaluations
Document formulations, test results, and procedures with accuracy and clarity
Collaborate with R&D and commercial teams to help scale lab developments into customers’ production
Interface with customers to understand technical requirements, present findings, and support product development
Stay informed on industry trends, new materials, and emerging technologies to contribute to innovation

Qualifications:

5+ years of hands-on experience in plastics laboratory or compounding environment
Direct experience with pigment and additive masterbatch formulation and processing
Demonstrated involvement in lab setup, startup, or expansion projects
Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with processing equipment
Ability to work independently with a proactive, “doer” mentality
Experience in color science, dispersion, and polymer performance testing necessary
Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage in customer-facing situations
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills

Preferred Skills

Familiarity with polymers such as PE, PP, PS, ABS, and engineering resins
Experience scaling formulations from lab to production
Knowledge of quality systems and testing standards (ASTM, ISO)
Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency and innovation

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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r&d technician jobs in chicago il

Sr. Plastics Lab Technician

R&D Technician

Manufacturing Foreman

Quality Control Technician

R&D Technician

R&D/QA Lab Technician

R&D Lab Support Technician

R&D Technician I

R&D Technician

R&D Tech II

Quality Technician 2nd Shift

Experimental Facility Operator

R & D Technician

Food Science Laboratory Technician

Research & Development Product Assistant

Technician

Extrusion Senior Technician Operator- Mon-Fri (8am-4:30pm)

Technical Service Manager

Shift Operator- $24/hr Job

Quality Assurance & Regulatory Lead

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