Quality Control Technician I

Job title Quality Technician I  

Location: Onsite/2728 Empire Central, Dallas, TX  75235 

Reports to: Quality Manager 

Shift: Night  

Hempel, founded in Denmark in 1915, is a world-leading supplier of trusted coating solutions. Across the globe, our products protect and beautify buildings, infrastructure and other assets, and play an essential role in our customers' businesses. They help minimize maintenance costs, improve aesthetics, and increase energy efficiency. Through our brands Hempel, Neogard, Crown Paints, Wattyl and Farrow & Ball, we provide solutions for the Marine, Energy, Infrastructure and Decorative industries. 

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Perform daily QC tests for production batches and incoming raw materials per established test procedures and work instructions accurately and timely to meet delivery commitment 

• Develop batch adjustments to meet Hempel quality standards 

• Testing and approval of production batches to ensure proper color match 

• Promptly document color data 

• Update batch status and enter results into software as  

• Communicate and update production staff on the status of batches 

• Maintain and store color draw downs in database 

• Prepare timely documentation of quality tests data and retained sample record and QC database entry while ensuring accuracy 

• Assist to ensure lab test samples and chemicals are kept in stock, (etc. solvents, cures and bases) 

• Conduct consistent quality checks during production and filling of batches 

• Testing approval of incoming bulk shipments of raw material 

• Demonstrate good housekeeping and maintenance of laboratory and equipment. 

• Assist in technical evaluation of nonconforming batches and customer complaints 

• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations 

• Assist in fulfilling sales requests 

• Perform basic troubleshooting and problem solving 

• Attention to batch ticket details 

• Execute industrial hygiene practices  

• Ability to manage time 

Minimum Qualifications: 

• HS Diploma 

• MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel) 

• Organizational skills 

• Working knowledge of basic chemistry and algebra 

• Minimum 1 year of analytical lab or paint experience 

• Understand of lab equipment including setting and calibration 

• English language proficiency 

• Normal color vision  for color testing 

• ERP system experience and color-matching software preferred 

• Ability to operate in a cross-functional atmosphere 

What is in it for you? 

• Medical, dental and vision insurance coverage options that begin on your first day of employment  

• Flexible HSA and FSA options to manage healthcare and dependent care expenses 

• 12 paid holidays 

• 15 vacation days to start  

• 6 personal days 

• Paid leave for jury duty and bereavement 

• 401(k) plan options with immediate company match and full vesting from day one 

• Basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage for the unexpected  

• Enjoy 16 weeks of fully paid maternity leave or 4 weeks of paid paternity leave, supporting you during life’s most important moments. 

• A strong flexibility policy making you thrive both in your job and privately 

Work Environment: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  

This position requires the ability to work in a laboratory environment which can include solvents, dust and other chemicals. This position requires the employee to be able to perform normal physical labor in relation to the laboratory manufacture and application of coatings samples. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, general office environment. Occasional duties in high noise areas requiring hear protection is .  

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 sit; use hands to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and occasional lifting of containers up to 50 lbs., the ability to wear PPE as required, and the ability to stand up to 2 hour periods. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. 

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. 
Direct applicants only; agency submissions will not be considered.