Color Lab Technician - R&D, QC & Materials Testing

Haymes Paint; Ballarat; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% off Haymes products

Medibank Corporate discount

New Balance discounts

Training and development

Job summary

Haymes Paint is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our Lab Team in Ballarat. You will prepare and dispatch colour samples, assist with product development, and perform hands-on lab tasks to keep projects moving.

You’ll work closely with the R&D team in a supportive environment focused on safety, quality and teamwork. Ideal candidates have a science background (Chemistry valued), lab or coatings experience, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or related discipline preferred (Chemistry valued).
• Experience in lab, coatings or chemical environments.
• Excellent teamwork and attention to detail.
• Able to manage tasks, prioritise and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispatch colour samples for customer projects.
• Conduct laboratory testing and analysis to support product development.
• Qualify raw materials to ensure manufacturing continuity.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
• Investigate and resolve product complaints within agreed timeframes.
• Provide testing results and technical information to internal stakeholders.
• Support Quality Control activities and collaborate with manufacturing teams.
• Maintain laboratory systems, formulations, and Bills of Materials.
• Assist with NATA accreditation activities and proficiency testing.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Task management

MS Office

Education

Bachelor of Science (Chemistry preferred)

Job description

Haymes Paint is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our Lab Team in Ballarat. You will prepare and dispatch colour samples, assist with product development, and perform hands-on lab tasks to keep projects moving.

You’ll work closely with the R&D team in a supportive environment focused on safety, quality and teamwork. Ideal candidates have a science background (Chemistry valued), lab or coatings experience, and strong attention to detail.