Batchmaker

Benjamin Moore Paint Company; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 37,195 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

PTO: 3 weeks vacation, 7 holidays, 5个人

Job summary

Benjamin Moore is seeking a production color-matching technician in New Jersey to formulate batches, mix materials, and ensure color accuracy for finished products. You will operate scale equipment, follow Central Labs recipes, and maintain safe, clean work areas.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to work overtime and weekends, and strong teamwork to support dispersion, shading, and filling stages within the plant.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Basic math skills (addition/subtraction).
• Previous experience and ability to match color specifications.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety, environmental, and regulatory guidelines and use required safety equipment.
• Maintain quality and cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
• Follow batch formulations prescribed by Central Labs and incorporate approved materials for proper dispersion.
• Use gauges, valves, temperature controls, flow meters, and other equipment to add materials accurately and efficiently.
• Mix materials and perform quality control checks for dispersion approval, then transfer to the next step.
• Use electronic information systems to control material additions, check inventory, and manage batch completion.
• Ensure batches are properly transferred into scheduled tanks for thinning, color matching, and tinting.
• Communicate with other departments for proper transfer of dispersion to milling, shading, and filling/packaging stages.
• Maintain efficiency of material flow by checking and changing filters as needed.
• Utilize color spectrophotometer and eye shading expertise to match batches to customer specifications.
• Be willing to work and cross-train in other departments frequently.

Skills

Color matching

Quality control

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

SOP adherence

Basic math

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fill-by-Weight

Video Jet

Labeler

Palletizer

Case packer

Depalletizer

Computer systems

Job description

Overview

Company Overview

At Benjamin Moore, our success is attributable to the employees who dedicate their time and talents to the brand and exemplify our core values of openness, integrity, community, excellence, and safety. Benjamin Moore employees enjoy a competitive and well‑rounded benefits package, career development options, business resource groups, and opportunities to come together and connect with colleagues. We facilitate growth, development, and purpose for all through an inclusive and engaging workplace.

Join us and be part of a brand that inspires creativity, innovation, and passion while supporting locally owned stores in 65 countries.

Click here to see how you can paint your future!

M- F 6pm - 2:30am

Job Summary

Responsible for batch formulation, mixing materials, quality color matching/tinting, and quality of finished product processing within the duties and functions of the department.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety, environmental, and regulatory guidelines and use required safety equipment.
• Maintain quality and cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
• Follow batch formulations prescribed by Central Labs and incorporate approved materials for proper dispersion.
• Use electro gauges, valves, temperature controls, flow meters, and other equipment to add materials accurately and efficiently.
• Mix materials and perform quality control checks for dispersion approval, then transfer to the next step.
• Use electronic information systems to control material additions, check inventory, and manage batch completion.
• Ensure batches are properly transferred into scheduled tanks for thin‑down, color matching, and tinting.
• Communicate with other departments for proper transfer of completed dispersion to milling, shading, and filling/packaging stages.
• Maintain efficiency of material flow by checking and changing filters as needed.
• Utilize color spectrophotometer and eye shading expertise to match batches to customer specifications.
• Re‑utilize resources for re‑work materials according to approved procedures.
• Be willing to work and cross‑train in other departments frequently.
• Maintain forklift or other related equipment by checking battery, charger, and hook‑ups.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Work seamlessly with the Shading Department to execute quality mixing and shading of paint batches for dispersion to the filling line for packaging.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic math skills (addition/subtraction).
• Previous experience and demonstrated ability to accurately match color specifications.
• Team‑oriented with strong cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and cleanliness.
• Ability to use company software and computer system programs.
• Good interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work safely and follow SOPs.
• Ability to operate fill‑by‑weight machine, video jet, labeler, palletizer, case packer, can and carton computer, and depalletizer.
• Physical requirements: frequent sitting, standing, bending, squatting, kneeling, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling; ability to lift 10‑75 lbs.; continuous standing 6‑8+ hours; ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. continuously; ability to climb stairs; ability to kneel/stoop/bend up to 50% of time; ability to perform fine hand manipulation, pushing, pulling, reaching.
• Ability to use respirator and proper PPE (eye protection, safety shoes).
• Availability to work overtime (up to 4 hours past scheduled shift) and weekends as required.

Compensation Philosophy

Benjamin Moore offers a competitive base salary, performance‑based annual raise and bonus, and a comprehensive rewards package. The salary range listed reflects the amount the company is willing to pay at the time of posting; the actual offer will consider skills, experience, and other factors.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) match
• PTO: 3 weeks vacation, 7 paid holidays, and 5 personal days
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program

Benjamin Moore supports eligible active employees who graduated from an accredited post‑secondary institution through a student loan repayment assistance program.

Engagement, Inclusion & Social Impact

We celebrate and thrive on difference, cultivating an environment where all can authentically live our corporate values and make a social impact through partnerships, donations, and volunteerism.

Equal‑Opportunity Employer

Benjamin Moore is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to inclusion and belonging. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Pay Range

USD $27.30 - USD $36.10 /hr.