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Job Description – Paint / Coating Technician
Position Title: Paint / Coating Technician Department: Operations / Production Reports To: Finishing Production Manager
Position Summary
The Paint / Coating Technician is responsible for preparing, mixing, matching, and maintaining finishing materials such as paints, stains, and coatings used in production. This role requires a highly organized individual with strong technical skills, excellent color‑matching abilities, and knowledge of chemical components used in coatings. The Technician ensures consistency, quality, and efficiency in all finishing processes while adhering to safety and compliance standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, mix, and adjust paints, stains, dyes, and coatings according to company formulas, specifications, and production requirements.
- Perform accurate color matching using visual assessment and/or color‑matching tools.
- Maintain detailed records of formulas, batches, and adjustments for repeatability and quality control.
- Conduct quality checks on materials to ensure proper viscosity, color consistency, and application performance.
- Organize and maintain inventory of chemicals, pigments, solvents, and related supplies.
- Assist with testing new coatings, materials, and application methods as part of process improvement or R&D activities.
- Troubleshoot coating issues such as adhesion problems, color variations, or finishing defects.
- Ensure proper labeling, storage, and handling of all chemicals and hazardous materials in compliance with safety standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times.
- Collaborate with production teams, supervisors, and quality control personnel to meet daily schedules and product standards.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/vocational training in finishing, coatings, or chemistry preferred.
- 1–3 years of experience in paint mixing, coatings, finishing, or related manufacturing environments.
- Strong understanding of paint, stain, and coating ingredients, including solvents, pigments, binders, and catalysts.
- Excellent color perception and ability to distinguish subtle variations in shade and tone.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple batches, formulas, and tasks simultaneously.
- Basic mechanical and technical aptitude, including ability to use mixing equipment, spray equipment, and testing tools.
- Ability to read and interpret formulas, SDS sheets, and technical instructions.
- Commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining proper documentation.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, lift, and move materials up to 30-35 lbs. max or a 5-gallon bucket of paint.
- Capacity to work in environments with exposure to chemicals, fumes, and noise (with appropriate PPE provided).
- Visual acuity adequate for color matching and material inspection.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in wood finishing or cabinet manufacturing.
- Familiarity with digital color‑matching tools.
- Understanding production workflows and learning manufacturing principles.
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BENEFITS Medical Dental Vision Employer Paid Basic Employee Life and AD&D Insurance Employer Paid Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts Voluntary Short-Term Disability Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary Accident Insurance Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
EEO At Construction Resources, our people are the driving force behind everything we do. Construction Resources is an equal opportunity employer that aspires to be the best in the business by building an associate experience that celebrates growth, development, and purpose.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for extended periods of time, stand, walk, climb stairs, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK This is a full-time position that requires overtime as business needs dictate.
OTHER DUTIES Please note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
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