Job Purpose

This position is responsible for analyzing and testing manufactured products and raw materials. Uses approved test methods and procedures to assure that products meet customer specifications prior to releasing to the Filling department.

Key Responsibilities

• Consults with QC, Production, and RDI personnel on quality related problems
• Evaluates test results and assists in the correction of Production and Filling related problems
• Conducts tests including but not limited to viscosity, gloss, hardness, weight per gallon, non-volatile content, cleanliness, adhesion, and paint film properties.
• Tests raw materials.
• Writes up adjustments to batches that are outside of specification within approved ranges and guidelines.
• Consults with QC and Production leadership, and RDI personnel to resolve batch performance issues.
• Prepares pre-shipment samples for customer submission.
• Participates in 5S and general housekeeping activities in the laboratory.

Job Requirements

• Good basic math and computer skills in MS Office applications
• Required to walk or stand majority of the shift.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Capable of wearing breathing apparatus and capable of passing a fit test.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two years of college
• Two years laboratory experience.

Rewards & Benefits

• Pay: $28/hr $1.00/hr Shift Differential
• 401K retirement savings with 6% company match
• Annual bonus
• Medical insurance with HSA
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
• Generous vacation, sick and holiday pay
• Progression (pay-for-skill) pay plans
• Short & Long term disability
• Paid Parental leave after 1 year
• Career growth opportunities
• Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks
• Employee referral bonus
• Employee appreciation days

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person
• Manufacturing facility

Work Location: In person