Job Description

We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

Job Purpose

Support daily project tasks and lab work requests under supervision. Will work with defined standard operating procedures (SOPs), making minor adjustments to established product lines to achieve performance or application efficiencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Understand and follow a batch ticket (recipe) with high degree of accuracy for weights and measurements.
• Perform standard testing procedures, including preparation of materials, with attention to detail and high quality.
• Follow daily work plan for Lab Work Request or project plan.
• Accurately document work in lab notebooks (either physical or electronic).
• Ensure raw materials are available and correctly labelled.
• Correctly label and mail samples
• Identifying and resolving process roadblocks.  Will communicate concerns to team members as required.
• Maintain clean and organized work environment. 
• Conform with all site and laboratory safety requirements and policies, demonstrating safe practices and behaviors.  Will participate in AkzoNobel safety programs including audits and safety meetings.    

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.  Associates of Science degree or technical certification in related field preferred.
• 1-2 years' laboratory experience in the coatings industry or chemical manufacturing preferred.  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with customers.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Knowledgeable of Microsoft Office.

Rewards and Benefits

The salary range for these skills is $49,000.00 - $52,000.00.  This position will be paid at an hourly rate with eligibility for overtime.    This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Perks for Joining AkzoNobel!  
401K retirement savings with 6% company match • Annual bonus • Medical insurance with HSA • Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits • Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay • Short and Long-Term Disability • Paid Parental leave • Career growth opportunities • Active Diversity and Inclusion Networks • Employee referral bonus • Employee appreciation days

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.

Requisition ID: 46626 

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