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SBM Management Services LP

Lab Technician

Oceanside, CA · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Lab Technician Job Overview The Lab Tech will be responsible for cleaning and organizing lab ... We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, color, ancestry, religion ...

SBM Management Services LP

Lab Technician

Vista, CA

$20 - $21/hr

Lab Technician Job Overview The Lab Tech will be responsible for cleaning and organizing lab ... We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, color, ancestry, religion ...

SBM Management Services LP

Lab Technician

Oceanside, CA

$20 - $21/hr

Lab Technician Job Overview The Lab Tech will be responsible for cleaning and organizing lab ... We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, color, ancestry, religion ...

Staffmark Group

Composite Lab Technician

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Now hiring Composite Lab Technician Location: Santa Ana, CA Pay Rate: $20.00 per hour Schedule ... Allapplicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual ...

Natera

Lead Clinical Lab Scientist

San Carlos, CA · On-site

Assists the team in day-to-day lab work according to standard operating procedure with little to no ... Must be able to discern color visually [or be able to evaluate cellular morphology when applicable ...

Quinn Company

Temporary Assignment - Oil Lab

Fresno, CA · On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Temporary Oil Lab Analyst - Temporary Assignment (3-6 months) Quinn Company is seeking a dependable ... race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, all applicable ...

Natera

Clinical Lab Associate I

San Carlos, CA · On-site

Responsible for maintaining updated understanding and knowledge of methods performed in the lab ... Duties may require working various shifts, weekends, and/or overtime Must be able to discern color ...

Astera Labs

Hardware Lab Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$160K - $200K/yr

Overview Astera Labs Inc. is seeking an experienced and self-driven Hardware Lab Engineer to join ... color, LGBTQ+ and non-binary people, veterans, parents, and individuals with disabilities.

Vital Lyfe

Water Lab Technician

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20.50 - $27.25/hr

... color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally ...

Plasmidsaurus Inc

Lab Robotics Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$175K - $235K/yr

As a Lab Robotics Engineer at Plasmidsaurus, you will play a crucial role in automating and ... We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color ...

Monster Energy

QC Lab Technician I

Corona, CA

$20.50 - $25.75/hr

In the position of QC Lab Technician I, you will work with management to keep the lab running ... Brix, acid, pH, color & CO2. * Accurately record test results onto excel spreadsheets. Who You Are:

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How much do color lab jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for color lab in California is $24.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $27.50 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like in a Color Lab role, and how does the team usually operate?

In a typical day working in a Color Lab, you'll spend time preparing and testing color samples, carefully matching and adjusting colors to meet client or production specifications, and documenting your results for quality control. You’ll often use specialized tools, such as spectrophotometers and colorimetry software, and work closely with both technical staff and creative teams to ensure color consistency across products. Team structures can vary, but Color Lab professionals frequently collaborate with process engineers, designers, and quality assurance specialists. This collaborative environment helps to quickly solve color-related challenges and ensures the final products meet both industry and customer expectations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Color Lab position, and why are they important?

To excel in a Color Lab role, you need a solid understanding of color theory, precise attention to detail, and experience with color measurement and matching processes, often backed by a background in chemistry, textiles, or graphic arts. Familiarity with spectrophotometers, color-matching software, and lab safety procedures is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with designers, production teams, and clients. These competencies ensure accurate color formulation and quality control, which are critical for consistently meeting production and customer standards.

What is a Color Lab job?

A Color Lab job typically involves working in a laboratory setting to analyze, mix, and match colors for various industries, such as textiles, paints, plastics, and printing. Professionals in this role use specialized equipment to ensure color consistency and accuracy based on client or production requirements. The job may also involve quality control, troubleshooting color discrepancies, and developing new color formulations. Strong attention to detail and knowledge of color science are essential for success in this field.

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Infographic showing various Color Lab job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 11% Temporary, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,829 per year, or $24.9 per hour.
Lab Technician

Lab Technician

SBM Management Services LP

Oceanside, CA • On-site

$20 - $21/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

SBM Management Services rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 58 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

172nd of 216 rated facilities management

Job description

Title:
Lab Technician
Job Description:
Job Overview
The Lab Tech will be responsible for cleaning and organizing lab environment, reporting any lab room problems, keeping daily log of duties as required, and glass washing tasks.
Roles & Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Maintain glassware by cleaning, washing, sterilizing, and distributing
  • Order, receive, and provide inventory for glassware
  • Keep laboratory supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipt
  • Keep equipment operating by following operating instructions, and troubleshooting
  • Perform preventive maintenance and calling for repairs when needed
  • Maintain daily logs and equipment record books
  • Complete projects by assisting project team; attending and participating in group and project meetings
  • Comply with safety and environmental rules, policies, and procedures.
  • Stop at risk behavior of others and self
  • Ensure that all safety guidelines are followed, strictly, at all times.
  • Maintain a clean and orderly environment
  • Take direction and respond to supervision
  • Talk with lead, supervisor, co-workers, managers, and customers in a professional manner
  • Proper use and maintenance of hand and power tools, and other equipment
  • Use proper personal protective equipment

Qualification
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job safely. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Education and/ or Experience
High School diploma / GED - preferred
Experience in aseptic or GMP/regulated manufacturing or equivalent combination of training and experience - preferred
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Required to have a valid driver's license, if driving own vehicle on business time or company vehicle.
May be required to have forklift certification.
Valid laboratory technician license.
Completed all safety, environmental and task training certifications.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working knowledge of MS Office (especially Excel) and database systems
Operation/use of general hand and power tools, instruments, and testing apparatus common to the electronic and instrumentation fields.
Ability to read P&ID's, electrical drawings, blueprints, PLC ladder logic, etc.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or listen. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Compensation and Shift:
Tuesday-Friday 7:00 am to 5:30 pm
$20.00-$21.00 per hour
Benefits:
SBM offers comprehensive benefit packages. For information about SBM's benefits, please visit SBM's website at:
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SBM Management Services, LP and its affiliates are proud to be equal opportunity workplaces. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status, or other legally protected status.

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