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Precision Color Compounds LLC

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Assistant Color Lab Technician

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$41K - $52K/yr

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Precision Color Compounds LLC

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IFS Coatings Inc

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Sika AG

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MasterBrand Cabinets LLC

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System One

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System One

Lab Technician - Color Matching

Shakopee, MN · On-site

$22/hr

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Twin City Staffing

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Twin City Staffing

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Saint Michael, MN · On-site

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Polymer Resources, Ltd.

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Color Lab Supervisor (2nd & 3rd Shifts)

Farmington, CT · On-site

$55K - $80K/yr

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Mother Road Brewing Company

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Flagstaff, AZ · On-site

$19 - $25.25/hr

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Waukesha, WI · On-site

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As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for color lab technician in the United States is $22.53, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.27 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Color Lab Technician is responsible for analyzing, formulating, and adjusting colors in various materials such as paints, textiles, plastics, or inks. They use specialized equipment to test color accuracy, match shades, and ensure consistency in production. Their role often involves working with quality control teams to meet industry standards and client specifications. Attention to detail and knowledge of color theory, chemistry, and lab equipment are essential for success in this role.

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As a Color Lab Technician, your day often starts with setting up laboratory equipment and preparing samples for color analysis. You’ll regularly conduct color matching tests, calibrate instruments, and document results to ensure products meet strict quality standards. Collaboration is common, as you’ll frequently work with production teams, quality control personnel, and sometimes directly with clients to resolve color discrepancies or meet custom color requests. The role balances independent, detail-oriented lab work with teamwork and problem-solving, making strong communication skills and adaptability important assets. Depending on the employer, you may also contribute input toward process improvements or new product development.

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Assistant Color Lab Technician

Fort Wayne, IN • On-site

Precision Color Compounds LLC
Plastics Product Manufacturing • 11 - 50 employees
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$41K - $52K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

About the Role
We are a growing company that supplies custom color compounds (concentrates, precolor, and dry color) to the plastics industry. We are looking for an experienced Color Lab Technician to join our lab team as we continue to grow.

This is a hands-on role. You will be working directly on color matching, creating sample chips, developing color formulas, and ensuring consistent, repeatable results for plastic manufacturing.

What You’ll Do

  • Create and adjust color formulations for plastics
  • Match colors, prepare sample chips, and correct off-color batches
  • Work with masterbatches, pigments, additives, and different resins
  • Perform testing, approvals, and quality checks
  • Operate molding machines, roll mills, and lab equipment such as melt flow, specific gravity, and spectrophotometers
  • Maintain accurate lab records, formulas, test results, and quality documentation
  • Support quality control and ISO compliance (e.g., ISO 9001)
  • Calibrate lab equipment
  • Work closely with production and quality teams to solve color issues
  • Keep the lab clean, safe, and organized

What We’re Looking For

  • Excellent color vision
  • At least 3 years of experience in color matching and formulation in plastics (or equivalent education and experience)
  • Ability to perform hands-on color matching and quality adjustments, both manually and using spectrophotometers
  • Strong background or training in color science
  • Experience with color formulation software (such as X-Rite) preferred
  • Knowledge of color theory and color measurement tools
  • Associate’s degree or technical degree preferred
  • Experience with ISO systems (ISO 9001 preferred)
  • Knowledge of resins, pigments, colorants, and additives
  • Basic understanding of plastic processing equipment (extruders, injection molding machines)
  • Strong math, computer, and Microsoft Office skills

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • color matching/formulation in Plastics: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Associate (Preferred)


Work Location: In person

Company Description

Precision Color Compounds is a leading manufacturer in the plastics industry, specializing in custom color compounding, including color concentrates, precolor, and drycolor. We take pride in delivering consistent high-quality products coupled with superior customer support. We're currently seeking a Quality Color Lab Technician to support our color development and quality assurance team.