Lab Technician

Job description
Job Title: Lab Technician

Job Description

The Lab Technician will assist in the development of innovative paint and coating formulations, including water-based, solvent-based, UV-curable, and specialty systems. This role involves weighing, mixing, grinding, and preparing lab-scale batches, conducting performance testing on new formulations, and recording detailed observations and results.

Responsibilities
• Assist in the development of new paint and coating formulations.
• Prepare lab-scale batches following detailed formulation sheets or experimental guidelines.
• Conduct performance testing on new formulations, such as scratch, abrasion, and gloss tests.
• Record detailed observations and results in lab notebooks and electronic databases.
• Operate and maintain R&D lab equipment, including dispersers, mixers, and analytical instruments.
• Collaborate with R&D Chemists to troubleshoot formulations and optimize material performance.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized laboratory environment.
• Participate in raw material evaluations and supplier sample testing.
• Support scale-up from lab to pilot plant or production, including experimental batch trials.
Essential Skills
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related technical field.
• 1–3 years of laboratory experience, preferably in paints, coatings, adhesives, or polymer materials.
• Strong hands-on skills in handling chemicals and conducting lab testing.
• Working knowledge of paint/coating raw materials, including binders, pigments, and solvents.
• Familiarity with coating application techniques such as spray, brush, roller, and drawdown.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
• Attention to detail and a commitment to accurate documentation.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and Word; experience with lab data management software is a plus.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
Work Environment

The Lab Technician will work in a privately held company with 32 employees, within an R&D team of 5 members. The working hours are from 9 AM to 5 PM. The environment is collaborative and forward-thinking, focusing on advancing surface coatings technology through sustainable materials, smart functionality, and superior performance. The role offers exposure to cutting-edge research and a chance to make a tangible impact on product innovation and development.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in TARRYTOWN,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 25, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, ****** orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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