Automotive Color Lab Technician - Entry-Level

NPA Coatings; Lansing, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. is seeking an entry-level Technician to join the Technical Color Team in a temporary capacity. The role involves preparing paint samples, color evaluations, and supporting QC testing in a lab setting.

You will gain hands-on experience while following safety and 5S procedures. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and basic computer skills, with a willingness to learn and lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Experience working in a chemical laboratory preferred.
• Able to handle paints and chemicals, including isocyanates, using required PPE.
• Ability and desire to learn and improve.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Basic computer skills (Word/Excel).

Responsibilities

• Prepare 1–30+ gallon paint samples and perform basic to advanced QC testing as skills develop
• Spray panels in a laboratory environment for testing and color evaluation
• Perform basic to advanced color evaluations using visual methods and colorimeters as skills develop
• Develop the ability to make increasingly complex color adjustments, including modifying existing formulations and creating new colors
• Stock materials and maintain laboratory equipment to support team productivity
• Support production with trial scale-ups and assist with basic problem resolution (e.g., STCAT/Pilot)
• Interface with suppliers to stay informed on market trends and opportunities
• Utilize computer software programs to manage experimental data and complete job functions
• Follow internal procedures related to 5S, safety, and compliance

Skills

Willingness to learn

Chemistry lab experience

PPE handling

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. is seeking an entry-level Technician to join the Technical Color Team in a temporary capacity. The role involves preparing paint samples, color evaluations, and supporting QC testing in a lab setting.

You will gain hands-on experience while following safety and 5S procedures. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and basic computer skills, with a willingness to learn and lift up to 50 lbs.