Job details Posted 18 September 2026 Start date 15 September 2026 Salary Range

USD 24 - 26

per Hour Location Spartanburg Job type Permanent Discipline Industrial Manufacturing , Oil Gas and Chemicals Reference 170147 Job Function Chemist Job description

Job Title:

R & D Technician Location:

Spartanburg, SC Industry:

Chemical Industrial Manufacturing Status of Hire:

direct placement; permanent

Pay:

$52,000/yr Our Client is seeking a Research and Development Technician to join our global Research and Development group. We are looking for a highly motivated professional with demonstrated capabilities and strong communication skills. This position will be located in Spartanburg, SC. The Research and Development Technician works under the supervision of a Research and Development Scientist in product research and development in support of strategic and overall Indorama Ventures objectives. The R D Technician position will be expected to run assigned trials safely, efficiently, and correctly toward driving product development efforts within the R D team. Responsibilities /

Job Requirements:

Work with Research and Development scientific personnel to evaluate new polymer formulations developed and provide analytical support to meet new customer requirements and solve plant production problems Understand the primary objective of each of the various directed requests in order to provide quality data relevant to the pertinent project Maintain equipment and lab space in clean and orderly fashion Interact and follow through with applications development personnel to conduct compounding and/or film/bottle trials for various internal customers Gather information to troubleshoot process problems as required Accurately document all work in company-provided laboratory notebook and/or data management system, communicating new knowledge and information in a timely manner while protecting company intellectual property Comply with all laws, regulations, and company policies, especially those of Corporate and Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S), in carrying out official duties by consistently performing high quality work while minimizing waste generation and risk to self, personnel, and assets Education / Experience /

Skills:

Required A.S. (≥ 3 years) / High School diploma or GED (≥ 5 years) in physical or life sciences laboratory environment Orientation to detail; able to accurately execute intricate tasks by following SOPs Preparation and recording of thorough notes to document observations and progress Recognition and communication of safety risks in a timely manner Possession of basic mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of pump, motor, and machine maintenance Ability to multitask to make productive use of holding / down time Leverage of computer and software productivity tools to manage data Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills for effective working across functions Open-mindedness toward rapid learning, continuous improvement, and adaptation to latest insights and project demands Preferred Proficiency in organic chemistry, with experience in polymer synthesis Working knowledge / hands-on experience with a variety of analytical characterization methods