Lab Technician TDU

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Summary 

The Lab Technician plays a vital role in supporting product development and customer satisfaction by preparing powder coating samples that meet specific client requirements. This position is hands-on and involves color matching, operating lab equipment, producing test samples, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.

Success in this role looks like:

• Accurate and timely production of lab samples that meet customer expectations.
• Strong attention to detail in color matching and formulation adjustments.
• Consistent adherence to safety and cleanliness standards.
• Positive collaboration with peers and alignment with TIGER’s values and workplace culture.

This role is essential to product development and technical support, providing a bridge between customer needs and production capabilities. As part of the Lab team, the Lab Technician contributes to innovation, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence across TDU and TDC locations.

Responsibilities

• Formulate powder coating samples using NAFTA standard formulations.
• Perform precise color matching using both computer and visual correction techniques.
• Set up and operate lab equipment, including extruders and bonding mixers.
• Carry out extrusion, grinding, and spraying processes for both standard and metallic test samples.
• Clean and disassemble lab equipment between runs following safety procedures (lockout/clean-down).
• Monitor quality and equipment performance during lab runs and escalate issues as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in line with 7S and safety practices.
• Collaborate with Sales to verify customer requirements when necessary.
• Support ISO 9001 and 14001 systems and participate in LO (Liberating Organism) strategies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Lab Management.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree, preferably in Chemistry.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of related job experience in a lab or manufacturing setting.
• Language: Proficiency in English (read, write, speak).
• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, communication, teamwork, and safety awareness.
• Methodological Skills: Ability to follow procedures, perform detailed technical work, and troubleshoot basic lab equipment.
• Work Environment: Comfortable with exposure to dust, chemicals, and noise in a lab setting.