Lab Technician

Job Title: Lab Technician

Job Description

As a Color Lab Technician, you will be responsible for preparing color samples for evaluation and formulation to support the Refinish Color Matching team. You will report directly to the Color Lab Supervisor and work at our plant. Your main tasks will include mixing wet paint, reducing/spraying paint samples, and general preparation and cleanup of lab areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform both mixing and spraying functions to meet production demands.
• Acquire color formulations from the Color Matcher and prepare sample mixtures based on given paint formulations/recipes.
• Ensure accurate dispensing and labeling of color lab paint samples.
• Acquire wet paint samples from mixing stations and spray samples according to predefined specifications.
• Maintain laboratory equipment in a clean condition.

Essential Skills

• Experience in lab technology, chemistry, biology, wet chemistry, paint, and pigment handling.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BS or AS degree is preferred.
• Candidates without degrees are acceptable with a steady work history and good tenure in previous roles, especially in fast-paced, on-your-feet environments.

Work Environment

This position is for the 3rd shift, working from 10pm to 2:30am, Monday through Friday. Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety shoes will be required. The contractor will be fitted for a respirator and must be clean-shaven on the first day.

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 Jan 16, 2026.

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