FULL_TIME

FEED

YEAR

Perform laboratory testing on painted parts, including adhesion tests, thickness measurements (DFT), gloss levels, hardness, and color matching. This role supports the paint department by validating coating performance, conducting defect analysis, and maintaining accurate laboratory documentation.

<h3><strong>Position Overview:</strong></h3><p>The Paint Quality Lab Technician is responsible for performing laboratory inspections, tests, and evaluations of painted components to ensure compliance with IFAB's quality standards, customer requirements, and industry specifications. This role supports the paint department by validating coating performance, conducting defect analysis, and maintaining accurate laboratory documentation.</p><h3><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></h3><ul><li>Perform laboratory testing on painted parts, including adhesion tests, thickness measurements (DFT), gloss levels, hardness, and color matching.</li><li>Conduct incoming material inspections for paint, chemicals, and coatings.</li><li>Inspect painted components for defects such as runs, sags, fisheyes, orange peel, contamination, or poor coverage.</li><li>Operate and maintain laboratory equipment (micrometers, thickness gauges, gloss meters, viscosity cups, ovens, etc.).</li><li>Record test results, prepare inspection reports, and update laboratory logs with accuracy.</li><li>Support root-cause analysis on paint defects and assist in corrective action implementation.</li><li>Work closely with Paint Supervisors and Quality Engineers to resolve paint-related issues.</li><li>Ensure compliance with paint specifications, customer requirements, and internal quality standards.</li><li>Maintain 5S and safety requirements within the quality lab.</li><li>Participate in continuous improvement activities to enhance paint quality and reduce defects.</li></ul><h3><strong>Qualifications:</strong></h3><ul><li>High school diploma required; technical training or associate degree in Quality, Chemistry, Coatings, or related field preferred.</li><li>1–3 years of experience in paint inspection, laboratory testing, or quality control (paint environment preferred).</li><li>Knowledge of coating processes, paint defects, and basic chemistry concepts (preferred).</li><li>Ability to read technical specifications and paint standard sheets.</li><li>Familiarity with testing equipment: DFT gauges, gloss meters, adhesion tools, microscopes, etc.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to identify visual and structural paint defects.</li><li>Good communication and documentation skills.</li><li>Basic computer skills for reporting (Excel, data entry, quality systems).</li></ul><h3><strong>Physical Requirements:</strong></h3><ul><li>Ability to stand, walk, and inspect parts for prolonged periods.</li><li>Ability to lift up to 25–30 lbs.</li><li>Work near paint materials, chemicals, and coatings (PPE provided).</li></ul><p>Powered by JazzHR</p>

IFab Corporation

Paint Quality Lab Technician

Analysis Skills

Chemistry

Communication Skills

Computer Skills

Continuous Improvement

Corrective Action

DFT (Design for Test)

Data Entry

Detail Oriented

Documentation

Equipment Maintenance/Repair

High School Diploma

Industrial Coating

Laboratory

Laboratory Equipment

Laboratory Testing

Lift/Move 25 Pounds

Lift/Move 30 Pounds

Maintain Compliance

Painting (Facilities and Maintenance)

Physical Demands

Quality Control

Quality Engineering

Quality Metrics

Reporting Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Safety Training

Test Equipment

Testing

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