R&D & Compliance Testing Technician

**Join a Team That Sticks Together!** At Shurtape Technologies, we know how to make things stick. As a leading manufacturer and marketer of adhesive tape, we pride ourselves on creating innovative solutions for a variety of industries. We have facilities all around the world, including in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Mexico, China, and more. In addition to our specialty adhesive products, we offer well-known brands like **Duck®, FrogTape®, Painter’s Mate®, Shurtape®, T-Rex®, Kip®,** and **Pro Tapes®.** **Why Work with Us?** We encourage curiosity and creativity, working together to solve challenges and innovate. Our commitment to health, safety, and environmental responsibility means we make a positive impact on our communities and the world. **What We Offer:** - A company that truly values your contributions - A place where you can grow, make an impact, and be part of something meaningful - A focus on excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring we deliver top-quality, reliable solutions to our customers - An environment where employees are encouraged to bring their best ideas forward and adopt a growth mindset **More Than Just Tapes...** In addition to being obsessed with our customers, Shurtape is committed to being socially and environmentally responsible. We recognize that our actions today affect our world tomorrow, and we are committed to responsible manufacturing processes that protect the communities in which we operate. **We Ask for the Best, and Offer the Best in Return** We are looking for passionate, innovative individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment to join the Shurtape team. If you’re looking to be part of a forward-thinking, fast-paced, and supportive team, we’d love to hear from you! **Our tapes may do the sticking, but it’s our people who hold it all together.** **SUMMARY OF POSITION** The R&D & Compliance Testing Technician serves as a hybrid role supporting both the R&D and Sustainability/Compliance teams. This position is responsible for conducting laboratory and application-based testing, maintaining accurate testing records, and supporting product development activities, while also assisting with compliance-related testing, customer requirements, and claims verification efforts. This role works closely with R&D scientists, engineers, and compliance teams to ensure products are tested, documented, and validated in alignment with internal standards, customer expectations, and regulatory requirements. The position requires a strong attention to detail, ability to follow structured processes, and capability to support multiple concurrent testing and compliance initiatives. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** include the following. Other duties may be assigned. *R&D Testing & Laboratory Support* - Execute laboratory testing in support of product development initiatives. - Support R&D scientists and engineers in designing and executing experiments and trial runs. - Operate testing equipment to generate reliable and repeatable data. - Record, document, and maintain accurate test results, observations, and experimental data. - Maintain laboratory areas and ensure proper material handling and storage procedures. - Follow environmental regulations related to the handling storage and disposal of materials. *Compliance Testing & Claims Verification* - Support testing of products to internal specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards. - Assist in claims validation and verification activities, including documentation and evidence gathering. - Prepare testing samples and coordinate submission to internal and external testing programs. - Track testing progress and maintaining documentation required for compliance, certifications, and customer requests. - Assist in the preparation of test reports, certification documentation, and compliance records. *Data Management & Documentation* - Maintain accurate and organized testing records across R&D and compliance programs. - Enter, track, and…