Lab Technician (FinishWorks)

About the role

The Lab Technician will work primarily within a designated development group, preparing customer samples, color-matching products, and producing laboratory formulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lab samples and production trial batches
• Color match with minimal supervision
• Maintain concise and accurate documented laboratory records
• Transfer accurate formula records into the computer program
• Conduct performance and quality tests as required
• Work on miscellaneous projects as directed by supervision

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• 1-year experience in production tinting and color matching
• Self-motivated to work diligently and independently, within a team atmosphere
• Acceptable Munsell Color Test Score
• Accurate execution of simple mathematics, including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication
• Basic computer data entry skills
• Responsibility for assigned equipment and workstation regarding maintenance and cleanliness

Skills

• Determine correct processes regarding defined laboratory procedures
• Work without continuous supervision while completing assigned projects

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Sit, stand, walk, reach, handle, talk, and hear within any given workday
• Lift and/or carry up to approximately 50 pounds

Work Environment

Typical laboratory environment with moderate solvent odors. Normal hazards associated with handling, compounding, and application of coatings. Must follow HMIS and MSDS guidelines for these materials.

Key Performance Indicators

• Quality
• Productivity
• Cleanliness and Organization of the work area and records
• Professionalism