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    R&D Lab Technician Trainee Program WestRock )

    The opportunity:
    The R&D Technician reports to the R&D Manager and performs a variety of lab testing, formulation making, sample preparation, and supports pilot coater and scale-up trials. In this role, you will help with work in support of innovation and customer projects relating to the strategic plan of WestRock business. This job is M-F, normal dayshift hours, with very rare exceptions. This role does not require a college degree. We're looking for someone who wants to learn the business, grow, and advance with the organization. If you've worked in a manufacturing environment and have basic computer skills with the ability and desire to learn Excel. This is a great job for someone early career.

    Safety is paramount to WestRock and a focus on safe work practices will be required. You will be expected to report safety concerns to management for continuous improvement.

    How you will impact WestRock:
    • Perform qualitative and quantitative lab testing.
    • Prepare coating formulations and samples following SOP's.
    • Support pilot coater trials
    • Learn and develop new test methods to support R&D projects.
    • Analyze data and present results to project team.
    Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
    • High School Degree required; Associate's degree and/or training in chemistry, materials science, paper, polymer, or packaging fields would be helpful. Post-high school training in any mechanical trade involving troubleshooting would be beneficial too.
    • Technical / mechanical aptitude, strong work ethic, and deep curiosity are required.
    • 0-2+ years' experience.
    • Lab testing and/or coating formulation experience preferred.
    • Knowledge of chemistry, polymer and/or paper preferred.
    • Paper and packaging industry experience preferred.
    • Ability to function independently with a high degree of initiative.
    • Strong teamwork skills, including ability to contribute to cross functional teams.
    • Strong communication skills, verbal and written.
    • Ability to contribute in a lab, pilot plant, and production environment.
    • Basic computer skills to include proficiency with Microsoft 365 or Office. Basic proficiency with MS Excel is required.
    • Ability to lift and carry samples routinely weighing 50 pounds.
    • Ability to travel < 10%
    ***Candidates are encouraged to apply online. For any questions, please reach out to Greg Hartley at and work cell is Position is a salaried role paying $45-50K/yr. 8 hour day shift.


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