2nd Shift Coating Lab Technician - Quality & Production

Capstone Search Advisors; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Capstone Search Advisors is seeking a hands-on Laboratory Technician for a coatings manufacturer in Mentor, OH. You will support coating solution preparation, perform material calculations, and ensure production has materials to operate smoothly across shifts.

The role targets those with a solid chemistry foundation who enjoy a manufacturing lab environment, precise procedures, and detailed documentation. Expect a secondary shift with adherence to safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, or related field is a plus.
• 1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing laboratory or similar environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of basic chemistry principles preferred.
• Strong mathematical skills with concentration, quantities, ratios, and measurements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Comfortable working with salts, solvents, and chemical raw materials.
• Ability to measure, weigh, mix, and prepare solutions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare developmental and production coating solutions using specified materials and procedures.
• Weigh and combine salts, solvents, and other materials to meet specifications.
• Calculate material consumption using Excel and charge coating solutions to production jobs.
• Monitor inventory and identify potential shortages to support production.
• Prepare coating samples and raw materials for shipment.
• Perform QA inspections and testing of solutions and materials.
• Reconstitute solutions to standard concentrations based on analysis.
• Follow daily preparation schedules and prioritize work for production needs.
• Determine daily raw material requirements for salts, solvents, and components.
• Ensure adequate solution inventory to support at least two shifts.
• Calculate required quantities and prepare additional material to prevent interruptions.
• Operate laboratory equipment (scales, balances, beakers, pipettes) safely.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
• Follow written instructions, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Keep laboratory and storage areas clean and organized.
• Follow chemical handling and housekeeping practices.
• Safely operate drum handler and material-handling equipment as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of company and product information.
• Work additional hours to meet deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mathematical skills

Ability to follow procedures

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or higher in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Capstone Search Advisors is seeking a hands-on Laboratory Technician for a coatings manufacturer in Mentor, OH. You will support coating solution preparation, perform material calculations, and ensure production has materials to operate smoothly across shifts.

The role targets those with a solid chemistry foundation who enjoy a manufacturing lab environment, precise procedures, and detailed documentation. Expect a secondary shift with adherence to safety and quality procedures.