Stain Lab Technician

11 MasterBrand Cabinets LLC; Jesup (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is seeking a Lab Technician (Finish) to support the finishing process, including color planks, chips, and color development. The role involves testing, standardizing finishes, and ensuring quality across the finish line.

You will follow safety rules, assist in color development, and report discrepancies to management while collaborating with finish supervisors and plant managers. Iowa climate and a fast-paced environment are noted.

Qualifications

• Ability to read measurement tools.
• Ability to apply all types of finishes.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions and decimals.
• Ability to follow written or oral instructions.
• Ability to train associates in finishing processes.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist with Finish Standardization and new color development.
• Test and approve all new colors and maintain color standards.
• Furnish reports to the Director of Finish and communicate discrepancies to management.
• Support maintenance of finish equipment and processes across finish areas.
• Participate in work teams and contribute to quality control checks.

Skills

Measurement tools reading

Finish application

Basic math

Follow instructions

Train associates

Job description

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Lab Technician (Finish) contributes to the overall finishing process. This may include all master standard color planks and chips, participates in all new color development and overall improvements in the finish process.

D uties and Responsibilities

• Follows all safety rules and contributes to a safe work environment.
• Follows established manufacturing procedures under assigned department which may include but is not limited to:
• Assist with Finish Standardization
• Test and Approve all new colors
• Maintain color standards
• Source of Contact for Finish Suppliers
• Source of Contact for Finish Divisions
• Problem Solve finish issues with Team members
• Problem Solve finish issues with Finish Supervisors and Plant Managers
• Monitors process for consistency and overall finish quality
• Furnishes reports as required by Director of Finish
• Reports all processes and related discrepancies and adjustments to the Manager
• Assists in assuring proper operation of finish equipment and processes in all finish aspects of Bertch Cabinets
• Assist in training for standardization of processes within finish
• Assist with improvements with equipment and standardization with in finish areas
• Participates and contributes to a Wor k Team environment and follows quality c ontrol checks.
• Contributes to meeting Bertch manufacturing schedul e.
• Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ab ility to read measurement tools.
• Apply all types of finishes.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to work with and train associates in the finishing processes.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift, bend, push, pull, and move materials up to or exceeding 50 lbs.

Ability to stand or walk an entire shift (can be 8-10 hours)

Work Environment

Employees must be able to cope with Iowa climates; endure heat and cold conditions in the building . Fast paced workloads and loud noise levels are normal . Paint fumes and exposure to chemicals associated may be present . Personal Protective Equipment as required by OSHA will be provided by the Company .

Equal Employment Opportunity

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Reasonable Accommodations

MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at [e-mail].