Top 93 Research & development laboratory technicians Jobs in Northlake, 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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Chemistry Laboratory Technician
Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. —Northbrook, IL
- $26.50 - $39.75 an hour
- Overtime
- Cleaning
- Fair chance
- 1 year
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Laboratory Assistant
CEDENT —Schaumburg, IL
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Entry level
Lab Technician - Chemistry
William Rainey Harper College —Palatine, IL
- $32.80 - $41.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Laboratory
- OSHA
- Word processing
R&D/QA Lab Technician
Simple Mills —Chicago, IL
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Opportunities for advancement
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Lab Research Tech 1 - Pediatrics Specialist- Full-time
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center —Chicago, IL
- $17.63 - $24.91 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- High school diploma or GED
- Pediatrics
- Organizational skills
Research Technologist
The University of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Psychiatry
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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
Research Technician
The University of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- English
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Research Assistant I -Mounce Lab
Loyola University Chicago —Maywood, IL
- $16.60 - $20.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor of Science
- No experience needed
Research Assistant I- Nishimura Lab
Loyola University Chicago —Maywood, IL
- $16.60 - $20.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Surgery
- Computer literacy
- No experience needed
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
Research Technician
The University of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $24.04 - $33.65 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- University
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
R&D Tech II
Honeywell —McCook, IL
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Associate's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Lab Research Assistant 2 GRANT - RADC - Full-time
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center —Chicago, IL
- $21.61 - $30.53 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Hospital
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Insectary Laboratory Assistant
Clarke —Saint Charles, IL
- $26 - $31 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor of Science
- Adults
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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QC Technician II - Accellix.
bioMérieux —Lombard, IL
- $25.50 - $36.90 an hour
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Laboratory Tech
Hallstar Services Corporation —Bedford Park, IL
- $26 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Basic math
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Science Lab Technician
British International School of Chicago, South Loop —Chicago, IL
- $24.00 - $25.20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Laboratory
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
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7d
Research Assistant I
Loyola University Chicago —Maywood, IL
- $16.60 - $20.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Master's degree

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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
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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research & development laboratory technicians jobs in northlake, il

Sr. Plastics Lab Technician

Chemistry Laboratory Technician

Laboratory Assistant

Lab Technician - Chemistry

R&D/QA Lab Technician

Lab Research Tech 1 - Pediatrics Specialist- Full-time

Research Technologist

R&D Lab Support Technician

Research Technician

Research Assistant I -Mounce Lab

Research Assistant I- Nishimura Lab

Research & Development Product Assistant

Research Technician

R&D Tech II

Lab Research Assistant 2 GRANT - RADC - Full-time

Insectary Laboratory Assistant

QC Technician II - Accellix.

Laboratory Tech

Science Lab Technician

Research Assistant I

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