Color Lab Technician

Sika; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a skilled Color Lab Technician in Santa Fe Springs. The role involves processing color requests, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have experience in color matching and stucco application techniques. The company offers a supportive work environment with various benefits, including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) with 5% company match

Bonuses

Year-end profit-sharing

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in color matching/mixing.
• Experience in stucco application techniques.

Responsibilities

• Process color requests efficiently to meet production demands.
• Maintain laboratory equipment for optimal performance.
• Adhere to safety policies to maintain a secure work environment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Multi-tasking

Basic Computer Proficiency

Math Skills

Job description

Color Lab Technician, Santa Fe Springs, California, United States, Manufacturing, Chemicals

We are seeking a skilled Color Lab Technician to join our Santa Fe Springs team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

1. Process color requests efficiently and accurately to meet production demands.
2. Maintain and operate laboratory equipment, including the wastewater drainage system, dust collector, and SBMF oven, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.
3. Adhere strictly to company safety policies and procedures to maintain a secure work environment.
4. Maintain clear and consistent communication with supervisors regarding project status, challenges, and results.
5. Manage workspace organization effectively while handling UPS deliveries and other logistical tasks.
6. Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in addressing additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Preferred Skills

• Require a minimum of 3 to 5 years of directly related experience in color matching/mixing, ideally with samples and/or stucco and/or grouts materials.
• Experience in all techniques of stucco application is preferred. Must have a full perception of the color spectrum and the ability to create formulas in a timely manner using available materials.
• Basic computer proficiency for accessing formula databases.
• Good math skills, including the use of fractions and decimal conversions.
• Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking abilities.

Benefits: Health insurance available from day one, 401(k) with 5% company match, bonuses, year-end profit-sharing, paid time off, and educational assistance.

Our Mission: Sika products enhance our surroundings and every employee's work helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable.

Company Culture: We foster an entrepreneurial environment where individuals are empowered to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and develop their careers.

Community Engagement: We actively participate in community service and charitable activities across the U.S., supporting rebuilding and giving back initiatives.

Sustainability: Committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impact, and social responsibility, supporting energy-efficient projects and ecological initiatives.

All information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

Sika is dedicated to creating a supportive, inspiring, and respectful work environment. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

About Sika

With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a global leader in innovation and sustainability, developing systems and products for construction, transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy industries. We operate in 102 countries with over 400 factories and more than 34,000 employees, generating sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024. We play a crucial role in transforming the construction and transportation sectors toward greater environmental sustainability.