The Color & Quality Control Technologist – Paint reports directly to the Technical Director
Responsibilities include:
Color matching of existing formulation coatings utilizing XRite Spectrophotometer
Formulate and prepare coatings to match new color standards provided utilizing XRite Spectrophotometer
Testing of formulated and manufactured products for physical properties to meet specifications (i.e. sag, hiding, dry time, density, hardness, etc)
Identify raw material additions required to correct off-spec products to meet specifications
Operation, maintenance and calibration of Hero Automated Colorant Dispensing Equipment
Preparation of panels for testing of coating properties
Accurate recording of color match and Quality Control activities performed
Calibrate, operate and maintain various laboratory instruments (i.e. balance scales, viscometer, ph meter, dry film thickness gauges, etc.)
Education Requirement:
Post secondary educated in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
Work Experience:
3+ years experience in an industrial coating environment
1 – 2 years experience with QC testing of industrial coatings to meet specifications, and raw material selections for corrections as required
Minimum six months color matching experience utilizing a spectrophotometer
Minimum six months experience operating an automated colorant dispenser
Knowledgeable with WHMIS, MSDS, GMP’sAnalytical and strategic skills
This is a full time permanent position offering a salary of $44,000 to $65,000 depending upon qualifications and experience. Benefits offered include Group Health, Dental, Vision, Long and Short Term Disability, and Life Insurance.
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term disability.
Superior Finishes Inc is a progressive manufacturer of Industrial Coatings for metal, wood, PVC, and other various substrates for the OEM markets. We are a growth company, now in its’ 24th year of operations. We are located in Winnipeg, Manitoba in a large and modernized facility in the Inkster Industrial Park of Winnipeg’s North End.
TO APPLY:
Interested – forward resume to:
Superior Finishes Inc
80 Paramount Road
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R2X 2W3
204-985-9820 Phone
204-632-9645 Fax
Email: technologistjob@superiorfinishesinc.com