QC Lab Technician - 1st Shift

Teknor Apex; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.

401K with employer contributions.

Paid Vacation and Holidays.

Annual merit increases.

Employee Recognition Program.

Job summary

Teknor Apex seeks a Color Technician to join our manufacturing team in the United States. The role focuses on color analysis and adjustments, batch testing, and interpretation of complex numerical data to ensure product consistency.

A minimum 2-year science degree or equivalent color experience is required; the candidate should be able to work the 1st shift and communicate clearly with team members. The position emphasizes analytical data review, proficiency in Windows-based tools, and

Qualifications

• Strong mathematical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work 1st shift immediately.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex numerical data.
• Color vision with shade discrimination.
• Proficiency with Windows OS, Lotus Notes, and Microsoft Office including Word, Excel.

Responsibilities

• Make batch adjustments based on standardized procedures and guidelines.
• Test raw materials based on standardized procedures; perform gage R & R studies; and complete other functions that may be assigned.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex numerical data is required. Proficiency with computers using Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook are also required. Must be able to recognize trends and adjust color based on trends.

Skills

Mathematics

Data analysis

Color analysis

Communication

Office software

Education

2-year science degree

Tools

Windows OS

Lotus Notes

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Job description

When Alfred Fain founded a small Rhode Island tire store in 1924, at the time no one could have predicted how Teknor Apex would become an international custom compounder sought out by companies around the world. After a nearly hundred-year journey that’s carried us through acquisitions and expansion, we now have nine U.S. locations, as well as operations in Belgium, Singapore, Germany, and China.

Throughout this global expansion Teknor has remained a privately held company, and today Fain’s grandson sits at the helm, maintaining the family’s tradition of fostering deep employee and customer relationships. These relationships are what allow us—together—to deliver customized compound solutions and help our customer’s create better products.

“Manufacturing is a team sport, and we work together to achieve our goals.” ~Jon Fain

Join the Teknor Apex Team and you will enjoy many perks and benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision with extremely LOW deductibles
Low-cost insurance plan - 85% paid by the company
Wellness program to earn substantial discounts for medical premiums
Up to 7% Employer Contribution to 401K
Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
Pay Increases throughout the first year of employment and annual merit increases
Employee Recognition Program – earn points to purchase a wide variety of amazing products

Join the team behind our custom compounds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Make batch adjustments based on standardized procedures and guidelines
• Test raw materials based on standardized procedures; perform gage R & R studies; and complete other functions that may be assigned.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex numerical data is required. Proficiency with computers using Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook are also required. Must be able to recognize trends and adjust color based on trends.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong mathematical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work 1st shift immediately
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex numerical data is required
• Color vision with shade discrimination
• Proficiency with computers using Windows Operating Systems, Lotus Notes, and Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, are also required

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Experience with color analysis and adjustment
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Above average decision-making responsibility
• Ability to work closely with the shift supervisor
• Excellent attendance and dependability
• Ability to work overtime to meet business demands
• Ability to work independently without close supervision

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 2-year degree in a science field; or one to three years related color experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Teknor Apex is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any protected status under state or federal laws. Must be 18 years of age or older to work at Teknor Apex.