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Color Lab Technician

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Job Description

The Color Lab Technician prepares color samples for evaluation and formulation to support the refinish color matching team in a fast-paced laboratory environment. This role focuses on mixing wet paint, reducing and spraying paint samples, and maintaining an organized and safe lab area while working closely with color matching specialists.

Responsibilities

• Prepare color samples for evaluation and formulation to support the refinish color matching team.
• Mix and spray paint samples to meet production demands and schedule requirements.
• Obtain color formulations from the color matcher and prepare sample mixtures based on the specified paint formulations and recipes.
• Ensure accurate dispensing, measuring, and labeling of all color lab paint samples.
• Acquire wet paint samples from mixing stations and spray samples according to predefined specifications and procedures.
• Perform general preparation and cleanup of lab areas to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient workspace.
• Maintain laboratory equipment in clean and proper working condition.
• Follow all laboratory safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment and handling of wet chemistry materials.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, on-your-feet environment while maintaining attention to detail and quality standards.

Essential Skills

• Experience working as a lab technician or in a laboratory environment, preferably involving wet chemistry, paint, or pigments.
• Foundational knowledge of chemistry or biology, with practical experience in wet chemistry techniques.
• Ability to accurately follow paint formulations and recipes to prepare sample mixtures.
• Strong attention to detail for precise dispensing, measuring, and labeling of samples.
• Comfort working with paints, pigments, and related chemical materials.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and organization of laboratory equipment and work areas.
• Capability to work in a fast-paced, on-your-feet environment for extended periods.
• Eligibility to work under export control requirements.
• Willingness to work a third shift schedule.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in chemistry, biology, or a related field is preferred.
• Candidates without a degree may qualify with a steady work history and strong tenure in prior roles.
• Previous experience in fast-paced, physically active roles where being on your feet is common.
• Familiarity with paint mixing, spraying, or refinish color matching processes is an advantage.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions for laboratory procedures.
• Strong commitment to safety and proper use of personal protective equipment.

Work Environment

This position is based in a laboratory setting that supports refinish color matching operations. The role works on a third shift schedule, typically from 10:00 p.m. to 2:30 a.m., Monday through Friday. The environment is fast-paced and requires being on your feet for much of the shift while performing mixing, spraying, and general lab tasks. You will work with paints, pigments, and wet chemistry materials, using laboratory equipment that must be kept clean and well maintained. Safety shoes are required, and all other personal protective equipment is provided. The contractor will be fitted for a respirator, and facial hair must allow for proper respirator fit at the time of fitting. The workplace emphasizes safety, organization, and adherence to standard operating procedures to ensure consistent and high-quality color sample preparation.

This is a Contract position based out of Delaware, OH.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/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 Delaware,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

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