PD Technician Metals Sealants **_At_** **_Henkel,_** **_you’ll_** **_be_** **_part_** **_of_** **_an_** **_organization_** **_that’s_** **_shaping_** **_the_** **_future_** **_through_** **_innovation,_** **_sustainability_** **_and_** **_collaboration._** **_With_** **_our_** **_trusted_** **_brands_** **_like_** **_Persil®,_** **_‘all®,_** **_Loctite®,_** **_Snuggle®,_** **_and_** **_Schwarzkopf®_** **_and_** **_our_** **_cutting-edge_** **_technologies,_** **_you’ll_** **_have_** **_countless_** **_opportunities_** **_to_** **_explore_** **_new_** **_paths_** **_and_** **_grow._** What you´ll do + Develop, execute, and document laboratory tests on formulations, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and reproducibility of results. + Generate detailed test data and comprehensive reports to support product development and optimization efforts. + Support the development of advanced sealant technologies tailored for the metal packaging industry within the Metals team. + Conduct laboratory work following established test methods, adhering to Henkel’s quality standards and regulatory compliance. + Perform laboratory activities safely, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), compliance with SHE policies, and maintenance of a clean and organized workspace aligned with 5S standards. + Communicate effectively with internal teams (R&D, Quality, Manufacturing, etc.) and external partners regarding test results, methods, and project updates. + Prepare and manufacture developmental formulations at lab scale, including weighing, mixing, and batch preparation. + Test and evaluate new raw materials, assessing their technical suitability for formulation applications. + Maintain accountability for laboratory safety protocols, including the safe handling and lifting of raw materials up to 50 lbs. + Operate laboratory equipment efficiently, including safety hoods, scales, mixers, and other analytical tools. + Support cross-functional project teams through collaboration, sharing technical insights, and troubleshooting. + Ensure all laboratory activities comply with Henkel’s SHE standards, policies, and procedures. At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow. This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings. Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel. **What makes you a good fit** + Knowledge and or work experience of sealants and adhesives + Experience with product validation, launch, and/or process engineering + Knowledge of polymer chemistry, rubber dispersion, and rheology + Skilled in laboratory testing, materials science, and mechanical property evaluation + Proficient in operating lab equipment and ensuring SHEQ compliance + Ability to contribute to product design and open innovation + 1+ years lab experience in formulation or related fields + Goal-oriented, self-motivated, organized, and resourceful + Good written and verbal communication skills + Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint **Some benefits of joining Henkel** + Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1 + Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program + Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement + Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships + Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement The salary for this role is $65,000.00 - $70,000.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future. Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories. **JOB ID:** 25079463 **Job Locations:** United States, MI, Madison Heights, MI **Contact information for application-related questions:** talent.acquisition@henkel.com Please do not use this email address for sending your application or CV. 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