Laboratory Technician - Dispersion

Job Title: Laboratory Technician (Dispersion)

Job #: 2026-17619

Industry: Manufacturing (Paint, Coatings, Chemicals)

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Shift/Schedule: 1'st Shift (Days)

Salary: Depends Upon Experience

Education: 2-year Degree required (4-year Degree preferred)

Background: Must be able to pass a Background Check and Drug Test

https://www.axalta.com/corporate/en_US.html (Company Website Link)

Overview:

Axalta Coating Systems is seeking a Lab Technician to join its Dispersion Scale-Up Lab located at the Global Innovation Center in Philadelphia, PA. The successful candidate will become a key member of the Process Technology team.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design of experiments; conduct experiments independently; collect, summarize, and present resulting data.

• Troubleshoot problems as they arise in the laboratory; collaborate with research investigators when erroneous or unexpected results occur.

• Identify and suggest improvements in methods.

• Produce research experimental results, support information/data management, and assemble/configure small or pilot-scale equipment and control systems using a variety of techniques.

• Document findings and communicate results.

• Make suggestions on path forward and contribute to formulating work plans and managing daily workflow.

• Inspect and perform routine maintenance on equipment used to conduct experiments.

• Maintain appropriate inventory of chemicals and/or supplies necessary for the completion of experiments.

• Maintain a safe working environment.

• Accurately run and record test results for all coating formulations.

• Interpret and communicate test results using computer-based systems.

• Document experimental test results using computer programs such as Word and Excel.

• Safely handle, categorize, and dispose of chemicals on a routine basis.

• Handle multiple tasks under strict time constraints.

Requirements:

• A 2-year degree from a college or technical school with at least three years of experience in an industrial laboratory environment, or a 4-year degree in a physical or life science.

• Good interpersonal and communication skills; able to work well in both self-managed and team environments.

• Prior experience operating or supporting media mills is preferred.

• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting established deadlines.

• Comfortable working with hazardous materials.

• Strong interest in hands-on work to ensure a good understanding of the products.

• Comfortable working with large machinery and troubleshooting mechanical issues.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Effective problem solver.

• Strong computer and analytical skills.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.