The Color Lab Technician is responsible for the mixing and testing of solvent-based paints, stains and other coating materials on wood components. This position is also responsible for color match verification and quality assurance of parts finished. The Color Lab Technician will work closely to coordinate with multiple departments to ensure product details and specifications are met. If you have an eye for detail, and enjoy painting in an industrial setting, keep reading for more information!

Responsibilities

• Support the Care values of the organization.
• Commit to producing a quality product for our customers.
• Measuring out and catalyzing material as needed. Ensuring quality application of coatings in compliance with set quality standards, adjusting spraying equipment for proper application.
• Coordinating and communication with other departments for product details and specifications.
• Cross-train and support other positions within the finishing and corresponding departments.
• Maintaining spray application as advised by our paint/finish provider. Possessing the ability to learn all species of wood used for production and finish colors by sight. Learning and maintaining knowledge of basic hazardous waste generator responsibilities. Accurately labeling containers for paints, stains, cleaning solvents and hazardous waste. Properly disposing of used finishing products in the designated hazardous waste accumulation points. Adhering to all OSHA, EPA, federal, state and local laws.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• Valid state-issued motor vehicle license
• Experience working in paint lab or mixing paint preferred
• Experience with computer applications preferred
• Great verbal and written communication
• Great interpersonal skills and teamwork oriented
• Good "color eye"

Working Relationship

Communication is required across all levels of the organization- executive team, other functional leaders, subordinates, and production floor workers. The Color Lab Technician works under the immediate supervision of the Finishing Supervisor.

Physical Requirements

• Position requires constant physical effort both inside and outside of an air-conditioned environment.
• Must be able to lift/move in excess of 50 lbs. at a time
• Stand, walk, stoop, and perform motions for an extended period of time.

Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position; days and hours of work may vary depending on business demands. Weekends & overtime as required by department.

Safety

This position expects to adhere to all safety rules to include the use of all require protective personal equipment (PPE). Specifically, eye and hearing protection must be worn at all times while on the production floor.

The information contained in this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required in order to perform the work. The requirements listed in this document are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We believe in the value of your unique identity, background, and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any other status protected by the law.