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Chemical Lab Technician
Charlotte
, NC Contract
On-Site
Chemical Laboratory Technician
Charlotte, NC
The Laboratory Technician supports the technical service team with a focus on coatings for metal protection. This hands-on position involves formulation, application, and testing of both water-based and solvent-based coatings. The technician will work closely with chemists and other technical staff to prepare formulations, perform laboratory evaluations, and maintain a safe, efficient work environment.
Responsibilities:
- Perform hands-on laboratory work with water-based and solvent-based coatings.
- Prepare coating formulations following established recipes and project guidelines.
- Accurately weigh, label, and mix raw materials using balances, overhead mixers, and high-shear dispersers.
- Incorporate pigments and additives to adjust viscosity, color, and flow characteristics.
- Safely operate spray equipment (HVLP spray guns) to apply coatings in a spray booth environment.
- Wear required PPE, including a respirator hood and protective suit, during spraying operations.
- Conduct drawdowns, wire rod applications, and oven drying of coated panels.
- Perform coating performance tests, including viscosity, color measurements, adhesion, hardness, chemical and corrosion resistance
- Collect, document, and analyze test data; communicate results to chemists and technical managers.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and safe laboratory workspace.
- Manage laboratory inventory and participate in safety inspections.
- Adhere to all facility safety, environmental, and operational standards.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering with hands-on lab experience or High school diploma with 5+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
- Proven hands-on experience working with water-based and solvent-based coatings.
- Ability to wear a respirator hood during paint spraying operations.
- Knowledge of coating formulation, mixing, and application techniques.
- Familiarity with laboratory testing procedures and instrumentation.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation accuracy.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lift, move, and handle lab materials and equipment safely.
- Comfortable working 100% onsite in a lab and spray booth setting.
- Must successfully complete required medical exams and drug screening prior to employment.
