Lab Technician I
About The Position
At Wikoff Color Corporation, we’re proud to be employee-owned, which means every team member has a stake in our success. We believe in building a workplace where people feel valued, empowered, and invested in the future. The Laboratory Technician supports product development, reformulation, and quality initiatives within the R&D Laboratory. This role is responsible for executing experimental work, documenting results, maintaining laboratory equipment, and partnering with production teams to ensure consistent product performance and process efficiency. The Technician will contribute to both new product development and continuous improvement of existing formulations.
Requirements
- Associate degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field preferred.
- Familiarity with analytical testing equipment and lab safety protocols.
Nice To Haves
- Prior laboratory or ink/coating formulation experience is beneficial.
Responsibilities
- Formulate, develop, and introduce new products as instructed by the R&D Product Development Manager.
- Conduct evaluations and perform re‑formulation work on existing products according to assigned direction.
- Complete assigned laboratory projects and provide clear written summaries of project work.
- Enter formulations—including instructions and QC specifications—following established procedures.
- Complete Formula Entry/Change Sheets as required and accurately record project completion in e‑Chempax.
- Collaborate with production personnel to support process modifications and identify process improvements.
- Perform calibration of laboratory equipment and maintain accurate calibration records.
- Review and sign off on relevant documents to acknowledge understanding of role‑related responsibilities.
- Conduct analytical testing using laboratory instruments to ensure product quality and compliance.
- Dispose of wet samples that have exceeded their retention date according to safety and environmental procedures.
- Other duties assigned by management
Benefits
- Competitive pay and overtime opportunities
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k)
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Career development and training opportunities
- Clean, safe, and team-oriented work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
