What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Lab Technician position at American Colors, Inc.?
merican Colors, Inc. is a manufacturer of colorants supplied to diverse applications that include paint, coatings, adhesives, composites, films, and landscape & agriculture. Our laboratory work involves hands-on work to formulate, test, and develop new products to fulfill the needs of our customers. We are a mid-sized, growing company with a small company culture. If you take pride in your work and enjoy working in a hands-on, collaborative environment, American Colors is a great place to build your skillset and experience opportunity for growth.
Summary of Position:
- Conduct chemical and physical laboratory tests to assist lead chemists or project managers in making qualitative and quantitative analyses of solids and liquid materials
- Analyze color samples for grind specifications, color, and other quality-related parameters
- Use logic and reasoning to identify and execute necessary adjustments on products and samples
- Safely perform laboratory bench work to verify formulations and perform validation work to customer specifications utilizing equipment and processes including, but not limited to:
-Particle size analysis
-Particle dispersion by media milling and high-speed mixing
-Color spectroscopy
-Physical testing suite including viscometers, non-volatile analyzer, pH measurement, moisture titration, accelerated weather testing
- Perform physical inspections of products to evaluate quality and performance
- Maintain accurate documentation of laboratory activities including but not limited to formulations, test results, status updates, and project reports
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required; basic math, reading, writing, and computer skills
- Laboratory or manufacturing experience helpful, but not required
- Willingness to comply with all safety guidelines
- Acceptable color vision, physically capable of manual labor and work 8-hour shifts
- Reliable and punctual with a positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team
- Presentable appearance and attire appropriate for contact with customers and vendors
Full-time Employee Benefits:
- Health, vision, dental and short/long-term disability insurance
- Paid vacation and sick time
- 401K retirement program with company match
- ESOP – employee stock ownership plan
- Profit-sharing bonus program
- Continuing education tuition reimbursement
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18
