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Benjamin Moore; Pell City (AL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) match

PTO starting at 3 weeks + holidays + 5

Employer-paid life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Benjamin Moore is seeking a production technician to manage batch formulation, color matching, and dispersion quality as part of the Central Lab process. The role requires strict adherence to safety guidelines and accurate material handling to ensure batches meet specifications.

Responsibilities include operating dispersion equipment, transferring batches to tanks, and coordinating with milling and shading teams, with opportunities for cross-training across departments and growth within a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Follows all safety guidelines and rules; environmental and regulatory guidelines; uses all required safety equipment.
• Maintains quality and cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
• Follows batch formulation, as prescribed by Central Labs, and uses knowledge and skills to incorporate approved materials for proper dispersion.
• Mixes the materials and performs quality controls checks for dispersion approval and transfer to the next step within the production process, using prescribed equipment.
• Ensures all batches are properly and expeditiously transferred into scheduled tanks for thin-down.
• Communications with other departments for proper transfer of completed dispersion production process; milling, shading, etc. to assign holding tanks.
• May be required to maintain efficiency of material additions/flow by checking and changing filters.
• Utilizes color spectrophotomer and eye shading expertise to match batches to customer specifications.
• M maintains forklift or other related equipment by checking battery, electrical charger hook-up etc.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Benjamin Moore, we empower our team members to achieve their goals and make a positive impact in our communities. We offer a rewarding and inspiring work environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and a strong sense of camaraderie. Our culture of excellence and transparency encourages our colleagues to bring their authentic selves and unique perspectives/ideas every day. With 140 years of rich history behind our brand, we know that our people are the driving force behind our success. We believe in investing in our colleagues by offering work-life balance, competitive/ benefits, ongoing learning/continuing education, and skill development. Through a positive and engaging workplace, we facilitate growth, development, and fulfillment for all.
Join us and be a part of a brand that inspires creativity, innovation, and passion in support of locally-owned stores around the world.
M- F 2p - 10:30pm

Responsible for batch formulation, mixing materials, quality color matching/tinting, and quality of finished product processing within the duties and functions of department.

Responsibilities

• Follows all safety guidelines and rules; environmental and regulatory guidelines; uses all required safety equipment.
• Maintains quality and cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
• Follows batch formulation, as prescribed by Central Labs, and uses knowledge and skills to incorporate approved materials for proper dispersion. Approved materials may be accurately and efficiently added to dispersion task by uses of electro gauges, valves, temperature controls, flow meters or other related equipment.
• Mixes the materials and performs quality controls checks for dispersion approval and transfer to the next step within the production process, using prescribed equipment. May use electronic information systems to control materials additions, check material inventory supplies, etc.
• Ensures all batches are properly and expeditiously transferred into scheduled tanks for thin-down. Batches are completed in accordance with Central Lab formulations. Batches are completed in accordance with Central Lab formulations, using the prescribed approved raw materials, thickeners, thinners, etc. Materials are accurately measured and delivered to assigned holding tanks, using electronic gauges, valves, transfer equipment, etc. May use electronic information systems to control materials additions to complete batches for final approval.
• Communications with other departments for proper transfer of completed dispersion production process; milling, shading, etc. to assign holding tanks.
• May be required to maintain efficiency of material additions/flow by checking and changing filters.
• Follows all safety guidelines and rules, environmental and regulatory guidelines; uses all required safety equipment. Maintains quality and cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
• Utilizes color spectrophotomer and eye shading expertise to match batches to customer specifications.
• Ensures batches are properly and expeditiously transferred into scheduled tanks for thin-down and color matching/tinting. Batches are completed in accordance with central lab formulations, using the prescribed approved raw materials, colorants, color dispersions, thickeners, thinners, etc. Materials are accurately measured and delivered to assigned holding tanks, using electronic gauges, valves, transfer equipment, etc. May use electronic information systems to control materials additions to complete batches for final approval.
• Involved with quality control checks and procedures, prescribed by central labs to ensure effective, accurate and expeditious processing with first run capability.
• Makes appropriate additions to production batch, as prescribed by quality assurance lab; using approved materials.
• Reutilization of resources for re-work materials in accordance with approved procedures by central lab.
• Communicates with other departments during production process, i.e. mixing, milling and filling/packaging, etc. Scheduled appropriate holding tans for proper co-ordination of product processing.
• May be required to maintain clean filters for transferring products and materials during production processing.
• Willingness to work and cross train in other departments frequently.
• Maintains forklift or other related equipment by checking battery, electrical charger hook-up etc.

Performs Other Duties As Required

• This role will work seamlessly with the Shading Department to execute quality mixing and shading of paint batches for dispersion to the filling line for packaging
• Follows batch formulas for proper dispersion into tanks
• Mixes raw materials and performs quality checks
• Responsible for color matching and tinting
• Measures materials accurately to deliver to tanks
• Ability to combine and work with raw materials.
• Ability to follow all batch formulations.
• Ability to mix materials and conduct quality checks
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to work in a team environment and the willingness to be cross-functional
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy skills
• Basic math skills, i.e. addition/subtraction
• Ability to stand on feet, bend, stretch, twist for 8 plus hours
• Ability to work safely and follow SOP's
• Good interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to use company software and computer system
• Ability to operate a forklift preferred
• Ability to lift 50 pounds continuously throughout shift.
• Must be able to wear respiratory protection. This includes being medically cleared and fitted for respiratory protection and adhering to facial hair standards for such equipment.

Compensation Philosophy

At Benjamin Moore, our brand represents excellence, and we strive to provide a comprehensive total rewards package to match. In addition to a competitive base salary, every exempt and non-exempt role in our organization is eligible for a performance-based annual raise and bonus in recognition of their efforts that contribute to the success of our organization. We conduct regular pay audits using external market data and internal comparisons to ensure our employees are compensated fairly and equitably.

The salary range listed herein refers to the amount the Company is willing to pay at the time of posting. The actual salary offer will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, job location, and other relevant factors.

In addition to our monetary compensation package, Benjamin Moore provides a full range of benefits that are personalized to support you physically, financially, and emotionally, through both the big milestones and in your everyday life.

Benefits Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401 (k) match
• PTO starting at 3 weeks' vacation + (7) paid holidays and (5) personal days
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Engagement, Inclusion + Social Impact

At Benjamin Moore, we don't just accept difference — we celebrate it, support it, and thrive because it benefits our employees, customers, and community. We remain steadfast in our commitment to cultivating an environment where all are provided the tools and opportunities to thrive in the workplace. Our efforts allow each of us to authentically live our corporate values of Openness, Integrity, Community, Excellence, and Safety.

Our Social Impact initiatives, including strategic partnerships, in‑kind donations, and volunteerism, further amplify our ability to positively impact the lives of our stakeholders. We believe that fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging is the right thing to do and essential for our continued success.

Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program

Benjamin Moore provides Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program to support eligible active employees who graduated from an accredited post‑secondary educational institution. The Repayment Program is intended to contribute to reducing employee's student loans. The Company follows all rules and regulations concerning the taxability of student loan repayments provided under applicable law.

EOE

Benjamin Moore is an equal‑opportunity employer that is committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Our commitment to these principles means all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Pay Range

USD $22.70 - USD $30.10 /Hr.