Careers
Precision in Every Bond. Purpose in Every Career.
At Adhesives Research, we combine advanced technology with a people-first culture to create innovative adhesive solutions that improve industries, products, and lives around the world.
From healthcare and electronics to industrial and splicing applications, our teams solve complex challenges through collaboration, technical expertise, and continuous innovation.
Why Build Your Future With AR?
Innovation-Driven Work
Work on advanced adhesive technologies supporting healthcare, electronics, industrial manufacturing, and emerging applications around the world.
Collaborative Culture
We believe the best solutions come from teamwork, knowledge-sharing, and cross-functional collaboration across every level of the organization.
Career Growth
From hands-on learning to leadership development, AR supports continuous growth through mentorship, training, and real-world experience.
Global Impact
Our technologies support critical applications across North America, Europe, and Asia, helping customers solve complex challenges worldwide.
Problem-Solving Mindset
Every project is an opportunity to innovate, think critically, and contribute to solutions that make a measurable difference.
People-First Environment
We foster a supportive workplace where employees are encouraged to grow professionally, contribute ideas, and build meaningful careers.
Benefits That Support You
At Adhesives Research, we invest in our people through comprehensive benefits, development opportunities, and programs designed to support employees throughout every stage of their careers.
Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage designed to support employees and their families.
Eligibility: Available after 30 days of employment.
Health Care & Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
Pre-tax reimbursement accounts that help employees pay for qualified healthcare and dependent care expenses not covered by AR benefit plans.
Disability Benefits
Short-term and long-term disability coverage designed to provide financial protection in the event of illness or injury.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Confidential support services available to employees and eligible family members for personal, family, financial, legal, and workplace-related challenges.
Wellness Resources
Programs and resources that support employee wellbeing, including:
- Wellness initiatives
- On-site walking trail
- Tobacco cessation resources
- Health-focused employee programs
Retirement Programs
Retirement savings opportunities designed to support long-term financial planning and future security.
Available Plans:
- 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
- Employee Stock Bonus Plan
Life Insurance & AD&D Coverage
Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) coverage provided at no cost to employees, with additional voluntary coverage available at group rates.
Performance Evaluations
Annual performance review opportunities that support employee development, recognition, and compensation growth.
Competitive Compensation
Compensation programs designed to recognize employee contributions and support long-term career success.
Educational Assistance
Tuition reimbursement support for eligible job-related coursework completed through accredited and approved institutions.
Job Opportunity & Transfer Programs
Internal opportunities for career advancement and position transfers across the organization in accordance with company policy.
Training & Professional Development
Employees have access to continuous learning opportunities through:
- Technical training
- Function-based formal education
- Knowledge-sharing forums and communities
- Web-based learning resources
- Cross-functional development opportunities
Leadership Development
Programs and experiences designed to help employees strengthen leadership skills and prepare for future career growth.
Career Advancement Planning
Development planning tools, mentorship opportunities, and growth pathways that help employees build long-term careers within Adhesives Research.
Paid Time Off
Paid time off programs designed to support work-life balance and personal wellbeing.
Includes:
- Vacation time
- Company holidays (8 annually)
- Additional paid time off opportunities
ConnectCare3 Family Support Services
Confidential patient advocacy and nurse navigation services designed to help employees and their families access and coordinate healthcare needs.
Additional services include:
- Financial consultation and referral services
- Legal consultation and referral services
- Family support resources
Collaborative Work Environment
A people-first culture focused on teamwork, knowledge-sharing, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.
Employee Wellbeing
Resources and workplace programs designed to support employee wellbeing, work-life balance, and long-term success both inside and outside the workplace.
Internship / Early Career Opportunities
Launch Your Career at AR
Our interns play a meaningful role in contributing to cutting-edge product development and novel engineering processes. AR internships are compensated, and we also offer housing support for qualifying opportunities.
Designed for students pursuing careers in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, and related fields, our internship program provides hands-on experience alongside industry experts while supporting projects that make a real impact.
What You’ll Gain
✓ Paid internship opportunities
✓ Hands-on lab experience alongside PhD experts
✓ Exposure to product development, process engineering, and technical service
✓ Experience supporting healthcare, electronics, industrial, and splicing markets
✓ Housing support available for qualifying internships
Community Impact
Supporting the communities where we live and work.
AR is proud to be part of the communities we serve, including York County, Pennsylvania. We support local causes, organizations, nonprofits, and universities through sponsorships, annual donations, volunteer efforts, and more.
Our colleagues volunteer their time with organizations including The United Way, Junior Achievement, Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, Bell Socialization Services and the Bell Shelter, military-affiliated organizations, local fire departments, and ambulance clubs.
Explore Careers at AR
Whether you’re launching your career or bringing years of expertise, AR provides opportunities to grow, collaborate, and drive innovation alongside global teams developing advanced adhesive technologies for healthcare, electronics, industrial, and splicing applications around the world.
