Color Matcher

Job Title: Quality Control Laboratory Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Lab Technician to join our team and assist with Quality Control testing in a manufacturing lab specializing in color and plastic additives. The technician will perform various tests, including viscosity, color, spectrophotometry, and titration, while managing documentation in Excel and using SAP.

Responsibilities

• Perform color matching assignments with high quality, adhering to the FIFO rule, and blend samples for customer testing and evaluation.
• Collaborate with the Lab Manager to issue SDS, TDS, and QC documents and prepare customer declarations. Maintain and update technical documentation.
• Ensure samples are correctly labeled and ensure the availability of documentation related to product toxicity and classification.
• Conduct regular sample follow-ups to confirm product satisfaction with customer requirements, and provide solutions for adjustments if needed.
• Perform Quality Control tests on finished products to ensure quality consistency and compliance with customer specifications.
• Verify the approval or rejection of incoming raw materials against technical specifications agreed with suppliers.
• Contribute to defining specifications for new products.
• Provide technical support through site visits to customers, and report back any applicative knowledge to the Lab Manager.
• Represent the company at trade shows or events as needed.
• Investigate customer product complaints in cooperation with the Lab Manager, propose corrective actions, and verify their effectiveness.
• Manage and control the calibration of all laboratory equipment.
• Perform tests and suggest recovery instructions for non-compliant products.
• Ensure proper information flow to colleagues to enhance the laboratory's technical experience.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the workspace and lab instruments.
• Ensure timely completion of new formulations data in SAP.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Lab Manager.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in color matching and color theory
• Experience with viscosity, titration, and spectrophotometry
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and SAP
• Familiarity with quality control and wet chemistry techniques
• Understanding of ink chemistry and plastic additives
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School or Associate's degree, or working towards a Bachelor's degree
• Positive attitude and good work ethic
• Completion of chemistry or biology coursework required
• Prior lab experience preferred but not required

Work Environment

The role will be based in a Quality Control Lab associated with colored plastics and additives, requiring attention to detail and adherence to safety protocols. The technician will work with various lab instruments and technologies, maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of DALLAS, NC.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in DALLAS,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $25 - $30