HVAC Technician

MGB; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Transit benefit

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly is seeking an Applications Lab Technician to support product development and customer-focused testing within a specialty coatings environment.

You will work with R&D, Technical Sales and cross-functional teams to prepare coating formulations, conduct application trials, run tests, and document results to support customer projects.

This is a direct-hire, full-time role in Apex, NC, with a $60,000/year salary and a comprehensive benefits package; standard hours are Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field.
• Hands-on coatings, formulation, color matching, and quality testing experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; SAP a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare coating formulations and apply materials to substrates.
• Conduct coating applications at lab or pilot scale using various methods.
• Test finished materials for properties, color, flammability, and specs.
• Collaborate with R&D, technical sales, and customers.
• Document results and maintain records.
• Ensure a clean, safe lab workspace.

Skills

Coatings knowledge

Formulation experience

Color matching

Quality testing

Technical service

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Applications Lab Technician / Coatings Technician

We are seeking an Applications Lab Technician to support product development and customer-focused testing within a specialty materials environment. This role will work closely with R&D, Technical Sales, and cross-functional teams to prepare coating formulations, conduct application trials, perform testing, and document results to support customer projects and product innovation.

Location: Apex NC
Salary: $60,000/year
Direct Hire role, full benefits, no relocation assistance
Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

• Prepare coating formulations and apply materials to customer-provided substrates.
• Perform coating applications at laboratory or pilot scale using methods such as spray, gravure, dip/nip, pad bath, or similar techniques.
• Conduct testing on finished materials to evaluate physical properties, color/aesthetics, flammability, and customer-specific requirements.
• Collaborate with R&D, technical teams, and customers to support product development initiatives.
• Present findings and communicate project results to internal teams and customers.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, project documentation, test results, and technical files.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory workspace.
• Support customer trials and provide professional technical interaction during evaluations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Textile Science, Polymer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands‑on experience with coatings, formulation, color matching, processing procedures, quality testing, or technical service is preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and collaborate within a team environment.
• Basic computer skills required; proficiency with Microsoft Office preferred. SAP experience is a plus.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment:

• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a laboratory environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs intermittently.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to adjust application equipment is preferred.
• Must be detail‑oriented, safety‑conscious, and comfortable working in a hands‑on technical environment.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short‑term disability.
• A retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account.
• Employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan.

Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.