Colorimetric Lab Associate

Mankiewicz Coatings USA; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) employer contribution

PTO including vacation and sick days

Overtime opportunities

On-the-job training

Job summary

Mankiewicz Coatings LLC in Charleston, SC is seeking a motivated Colorimetric Associate to prepare, test, and support color samples for product formulations. You will mix paints per formulas, test color matches, and update color formula databases.

The role requires a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under deadlines. SAP experience is a plus, and the team offers 401(k), PTO, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or relevant job function experience.
• Lab setting experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including with customers.
• SAP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mixes and matches paints and coatings based on formulas, samples, and client requests.
• Tests color technologies and methods and adjusts as needed to match target color.
• Creates custom color samples and updates color formula databases.
• Reviews preliminary mixtures against desired color, texture, and finish, making adjustments as necessary.
• Completes documentation of color mixing processes and results; seeks guidance when needed.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area following 5S principles.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Independent work

Work under pressure

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Over 130 years of innovation have made Mankiewicz one of the world's leading manufacturers of high-quality coating solutions for industrial series production. From small manufacturers to large global corporations, Mankiewicz is at ease in the Automotive, Aviation, Railway, Machinery, Yacht, and Wind Power industries. Countless projects and challenges have shaped the company and its product portfolio into what it is today.

Mankiewicz's paint flew to the moon on a camera lens in 1969. A Hollywood mission brought Mankiewicz to the big screen in the 1990s. In \"Golden Eye,\" the interior of James Bond's BMW Z3 was painted with Mankiewicz paint - not shaken, but well stirred by the Mankiewicz experts.

Come join one of the Best Places to Work in SC – winner in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026!

Mankiewicz Coatings LLC is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Colorimetric Associate to join our team in beautiful Charleston, SC. This role will prepare, test and support color samples and shades for product formulations.

Role Responsibilities:

• Utilizes provided tools and techniques to perform comprehensive mixing and matching of paints and coatings based on formulas, samples, and customer request.
• Prepares and tests color technologies and methods, determines degree of color match, makes proper adjustments.
• Creates custom color samples.
• Updates database of color formulas and information to locate and modify appropriate mixtures.
• Reviews and compares preliminary mixtures with desired product color, texture, and finish, and performs appropriate adjustments
• Completes appropriate forms and documentation regarding the color mixing /matching process, tasks, results, and conclusions; determines results and receives direction when required.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment by cleaning and maintaining equipment, tools, rooms, and the general area in accordance with the 5S principles.

Role Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED and/or relevant job function experience.
• Experience in lab setting preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Experience with SAP software (preferred).
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines and standard accepted practices.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Requires frequent walking, standing, heavy lifting and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching.
• Exposure to fumes and hazardous chemicals.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand for 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak professionally

We Offer:

• A competitive benefit package
• 11 annual company paid holidays
• A Tuition Reimbursement Program
• A generous 401(k) employer contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation and sick days
• Opportunities for overtime
• On-the-job training and skill development
• Safe and team-oriented work environment
• Employee recognition program
• A generous employee referral bonus.

Mankiewicz Coatings LLC is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, veteran or military status, or other protected status.

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Drug-free workplace.