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In person Job Type: Full-time Benefits: * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance ... We're currently seeking a Quality Color Lab Technician to support our color development and quality ...

Dental Lab Courier

Kaysville, UT Β· On-site

$14 - $15/hr

This is a full-time on-site role located in Kaysville, UT. We are currently seeking a Delivery ... creed, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, marital status ...

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Involved with registration, collection ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color ...

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Position Summary: Involved with ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color ...

Lab Technician

Buffalo, NY Β· On-site

$47K - $55K/yr

This is an on-site/full-time/direct hire position Salary range depending on experience: $47k-$55k ... We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color ...

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Involved with registration, collection ... All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color ...

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How much do full time color lab jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time color lab in the United States is $25.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Color Lab vs Full Time Photo Lab?

AspectFull Time Color LabFull Time Photo Lab
Primary FocusColor printing, color correction, and processingBlack & white and color photo printing, general photo processing
Work EnvironmentCommercial printing facilities, photo labsRetail stores, photo processing centers
Required SkillsColor management, printing techniques, equipment operationPhoto processing, color correction, customer service

Full Time Color Lab specialists focus on color printing and correction, often working in commercial or industrial settings. Full Time Photo Lab roles may include a broader range of photo processing tasks, including black & white and color prints, typically in retail environments. While both roles require knowledge of photo processing, the Color Lab emphasizes color accuracy and printing technology, making it distinct from general Photo Lab positions.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Color Lab job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,516 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

Assistant Color Lab Technician

Fort Wayne, IN β€’ On-site

Precision Color Compounds LLC
Plastics Product ManufacturingΒ β€’Β 11 - 50 employees

$41K - $52K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post hasΒ expired 1 day ago.Β Applications are no longer accepted.


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.