Are you naturally an independent person who can learn new technologies quickly? Do you enjoy driving growth and tackling new challenges? Are you driven by the creation and introduction of new products? If so, then come join a passionate team of expert scientists who are driven to help Carus expand into new market opportunities.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Reporting to the Product Development Manager, the Product Development Technician will:

• Execute laboratory testing to evaluate product performance, stability, and quality.
• Support the synthesis and sample preparation of new or existing suite of products.
• Accurately record experimental data and maintain laboratory notebooks. Complete assigned projects on time with a high level of technical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Support scale-up and manufacturing trials, provide field support, and participate in meetings which may necessitate some travel and overnight stays.
• Championing a safety-first culture by driving EHSS best practices throughout the organization and facility, and create initiatives that reinforce best safety practices, habits, and behaviors.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

The right candidate will be an independent person who can learn from team of expert scientists. Your credentials ideally include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Science field required.
• Hands-on experience with wet chemistry, analytical testing, and laboratory safety procedures preferred.

THE COMPANY

Carus is a highly respected, family-owned company with deep roots in Illinois’ Starved Rock Country. We develop and manufacture products that clean the air, water and soil, and we are always exploring new opportunities and initiatives to expand our reach.

For over 100 years, Carus has been the employer of choice in the greater LaSalle-Peru area. Through several local outreach initiatives, we actively support our local community and STEM education.

It’s an exciting time to join the Carus team.

• The LaSalle manufacturing facility has an exciting new project that will enhance our capabilities.
• The Belmont location has just expanded to include a dedicated on-site logistics group.
• The Peru business headquarters recently completed a full office renovation.
• We have a new strategy to accelerate growth and are executing at a high level.
• We are rooted in history but focused on the future!

THE PERKS

Employees enjoy incredible work life balance and exceptional benefits.

• Flexible hours and work-from-home Fridays.
• Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision and 401(k) plans as well as company-paid basic life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement program for employees and their dependents.
• Employee engagement, company-sponsored volunteer opportunities and STEM education initiatives.

Want to learn more about Carus? Visit or check us out on Facebook @carusllc.

Carus is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V/AAP/LGBTQ

Company: Carus