Lab Technician Powder QC: SUN-THUR 3rd Shift (9:30 PM - 6:00 AM)

HENTZEN COATINGS • Milwaukee, WI

3d • $22 - $30

About The Position

The Lab Technician – Powder QC performs standard test procedures on material samples to ensure quality and conformance to specifications. The successful candidate must achieve acceptable scores on both color-matching and math assessments.

The role tests raw materials and finished powder-coating samples, makes pass/fail determinations, adjusts out-of-specification material, and supports production problem-solving and quality-control projects. It also involves preparing records and customer packages, safely operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, and taking part in housekeeping and hazardous-waste disposal activities.

The position is scheduled Sunday through Thursday on the third shift, from 9:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The stated pay range is $22.00–$26.00 per hour, or $25.30–$29.90 per hour including the shift premium, based on experience and qualifications. Hentzen Coatings is an independent, privately held coatings manufacturer serving aerospace, defense, and industrial markets.

Requirements

• Achieve acceptable scores on color-matching and math assessments.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret and evaluate performance metrics, including FRC (hits per batch), cycle time, and on-time delivery.
• Proficiency manipulating and analyzing QC data using Microsoft Excel and Access databases.
• Excellent color vision and strong attention to visual detail and quality standards.
• Advanced mathematical skills, including accurate metric-to-standard unit conversions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for documentation and cross-functional collaboration.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), ERP systems, and standard office equipment.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment; collaborative team-player qualities.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 65 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree, two-year college degree, or equivalent.
• Three or more years of experience in batch creation, wet testing, color matching, and paint characteristics in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Test raw material and finished powder-coating samples to established specifications, including processing material and preparing test panels.
• Make pass/fail determinations based on specifications and product knowledge.
• Adjust material that is out of specification.
• Apply knowledge of production processes and formulation technology to solve production-related problems.
• Develop an understanding of how coating formulations and properties affect end-user application.
• Perform laboratory studies or services supporting projects under the supervision or direction of the QC Manager or a development team member.
• Prepare neat and orderly product run logs, certificates of analysis, recertification records, and other requested documents and reports.
• Prepare pre-ship and co-ship customer packages and expedite them to the shipping department.
• Operate equipment and instruments safely.
• Maintain the upkeep and cleanliness of laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Participate in housekeeping activities, including proper hazardous-waste disposal in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package.
• Generous paid time off policy.
• 401(k) employer match of employee contributions up to 8% of eligible compensation.
• Discretionary annual profit-sharing contribution based on company performance.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Monthly employee food trucks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree