Color QC Technician – Lab Testing & Process

BroadBean; Kentucky; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DayGlo seeks a Quality Control Technician to perform laboratory testing and inspections of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards. You will work with Quality, Production, and R&D to identify issues, document findings, and support continuous improvement.

The role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to procedures, accurate data recording, and the ability to operate in a dye/chemical manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in laboratory, quality control, manufacturing, or chemical-processing environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to follow written procedures and standardized testing methods.
• Basic computer skills and ability to accurately enter and retrieve data.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Production, Quality, and other departments.
• Ability to prioritize work and manage multiple samples or testing requests.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning as part of a team.
• Willingness to work overtime as required by customer and business demands.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine physical, chemical, and instrumental testing of raw materials, in-process batches, and finished products.
• Conduct color evaluations and comparisons using laboratory methods and instrumentation.
• Test viscosity, pH, solids, density, grind, particle size, moisture, strength, tint, color, and other product characteristics.
• Operate, calibrate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment according to procedures.
• Communicate test results to Production and Quality in a timely manner.
• Assist Production with troubleshooting quality issues and identifying potential causes of variation.
• Support batch adjustments and rework activities when directed by Quality or Production leadership.
• Place material on hold when results do not meet specifications and escalate appropriately.
• Support investigations of nonconforming materials and products.
• Accurately record laboratory test results in appropriate systems.
• Prepare quality reports, certificates of analysis, and other quality documents.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of customer and product information.
• Follow company safety policies and environmental procedures; use PPE and handle chemicals per SDS.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

Data entry

Communication

Prioritization

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

DayGlo seeks a Quality Control Technician to perform laboratory testing and inspections of raw materials, in-process materials, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards. You will work with Quality, Production, and R&D to identify issues, document findings, and support continuous improvement.

The role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to procedures, accurate data recording, and the ability to operate in a dye/chemical manufacturing environment.