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Lab Technician - R&D - 1st Shift (7 AM - 3:30 PM)

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$25/hr

Mid level

Lab Technician – R&D Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1st shift, (7:00 AM - 3:30PM) Pay Range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications) Since 1923, Hentzen Coatings, Inc. has remained an inde…

Skills: Color matching, Basic algebra, Metric-to-standard unit conversions, Microsoft Office Suite, ERP systems

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Warehouse Manager: 1st Shift

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States · On-site

Mid level

Warehouse Manager Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1st shift Since 1923, Hentzen Coatings, Inc. has remained an independent, privately held company dedicated to excellence in the development and manufacture of advanced coa…

Skills: Shipping And Receiving, Inventory Management, ERP Systems, DOT Regulations, IATA Regulations

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Production Team Member - M-F: 1st Shift (6:30 AM - 3 PM)

Greenville, South Carolina, United States · On-site

$19/hr–$22/hr

Senior

Production Team Member (Greenville, SC Plant) Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1st shift, (6:30 AM - 3:00 PM) Pay Range: $19.00 - $24.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications) Since 1923, Hentzen Coatings, Inc. …

Skills: Mixing and Milling Equipment Operation, Quality Control Testing, Pump Operation, Hazardous Materials Handling, Basic Math

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Lab Technician - R&D - 1st Shift (7 AM - 3:30 PM)

Hentzen Coatings

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States • On-site

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  • $20/hr–$25/hr
  • Full-time
  • associate degree
  • Competitive benefits package, Generous PTO policy, 401(k) Employer Match, Profit Sharing, Employee referral bonus program, Monthly employee food trucks
  • Posted 18h ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Lab Technician performs small production and lab sample batch-making for industrial coatings to meet customer specifications. Responsibilities include gathering raw materials, performing quality control testing, and maintaining detailed process records.

Requirements

Candidates should ideally possess an associate degree and one to three years of laboratory experience, preferably in coatings. Proficiency in basic algebra, metric conversions, and the use of lab equipment like viscometers and scales is required.

Full job description

Lab Technician – R&D

 

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1st shift, (7:00 AM - 3:30PM)

Pay Range: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Since 1923, Hentzen Coatings, Inc. has remained an independent, privately held company dedicated to excellence in the development and manufacture of advanced coatings. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and service has earned us recognition as a trusted partner and technology leader in the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets. With nearly a century of experience, we’ve mastered the art of custom-engineering coatings to meet the unique and demanding requirements of our customers. This innovation comes to life in our state-of-the-art facilities, where talented teams collaborate to solve complex challenges and deliver cutting-edge solutions.

Position Summary

The Lab Technician R&D performs small production and lab sample batch-making tasks in the production of industrial coatings products to meet customer specifications in accordance with established Hentzen Coatings health, safety, and environmental procedures.

Successful candidates must achieve acceptable scores on both the color matching and math assessments.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Gathers raw materials, assembles batches, shades, and performs QC testing.
  • Evaluates batches for conformance to specifications.
  • Adjusts properties of individual batches within formulation guidelines.
  • Performs testing related to product performance.
  • Prepares customer samples and panels.
  • May be required to perform all aspects of liquid batches of 10 gallons or less, such as dispersion, letdown, color matching, quality control, and filling.
  • Maintains records of processes and results.
  • Documents and records all actions taken in preparation of product.
  • Records batch information on appropriate computer programs.
  • Maintains standards for housekeeping and safety.
  • Participate in housekeeping activities, including the proper disposal of hazardous waste in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements. Initial and annual hazardous waste training is provided by the Environmental and Safety Coordinator or department supervisor.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

  • Preferred education level: Associate’s or two-year college degree or equivalent.
  • Preferred experience level: One to three years’ experience in a laboratory setting preferred and preferably in coatings.

Skills and Abilities

  • Working knowledge of basic algebra, percentages, and a variety of measuring and testing equipment, such as Karl Fischer, scales, grind gauge, KU viscometer.
  • Advanced mathematical skills, including accurate metric-to-standard unit conversions.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for effective documentation and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), ERP systems, and standard office equipment.
  • Collaborative team player with a proven ability to work effectively in team-based environments.
  • Demonstrated team-building strengths with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

  • Regularly required to communicate verbally and audibly in a manufacturing or operational setting.
  • Frequently required to stand, walk, and move throughout the work area.
  • Regular use of hands and fingers to handle, manipulate, and control objects, tools, or equipment.
  • Required to sit, balance, stoop, and occasionally reach above shoulder level.
  • Occasional operation of machinery using foot controls
  • May be required to climb, balance, and reach overhead as part of job duties.
  • Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 65 lbs.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Safety shoes, safety glasses, and flame-retardant uniforms or lab coats are required in production areas.
  • Respirators and ear plugs are required for specific production processes.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package.
  • Generous PTO policy
  • 401(k) Employer Match: We match employee contributions up to 8% of eligible compensation.
  • Profit Sharing: Discretionary annual contribution based on company performance.
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Monthly employee food trucks
  • …and much more!

At Hentzen, you’ll find more than a job—you’ll discover an opportunity to learn, grow, and make an impact. If you’re ready to join a company known for its heritage of innovation and dedication to its people, we invite you to explore a rewarding career with us.

 

 

Please send your resume to:

Hentzen Coatings, Inc.

Attn: Human Resources

6937 W. Mill Road

Milwaukee, WI 53218

 

or

APPLY ONLINE AT:

Hentzen Career Center

 

Hentzen Coatings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

www.hentzen.com

All candidates are subject to post-offer testing: including a job-related pre-employment physical, drug screen, and background check.


1st Shift: M-F
7 AM - 3:30 PM

Related keywords

Industrial CoatingsR&DKarl FischerGrind GaugeKU ViscometerQuality ControlDispersionLetdownHazardous WasteAerospaceDefenseManufacturingERPMicrosoft ExcelMetric Conversion

About Hentzen Coatings

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We develop, engineer, and manufacture liquid & powder coatings for aerospace, military, and industrial applications.

Industry
Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1923
Headquarters
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
LinkedIn followers
3,290

Founded in 1923, Hentzen Coatings has grown from a small producer of industrial coatings into one of the largest and most successful independent paint companies in the United States. Being privately owned has allowed us to focus our efforts on the needs of the industry and on long-term future developments. As a result, we were one of the first companies to begin work on and produce water-borne coatings long before EPA legislation was announced. Our experience and knowledge gained over the years has allowed us to respond quickly to many requirements, and provide our customers with dedicated technical support. Hentzen continues to be at the forefront of emerging coating technologies as is evidenced by our current concentration on reducing emissions of Volatile Organic Compounds (V.O.C.'s) and the continual redevelopment of environmentally friendly coating systems. We have been active in the Coatings Care© program since its inception which has led to the formulation and production of a wide array of high solids and water reducible liquid products. We employ three in-house legal counsel that work closely with our sales and development group to provide our customers with cost effective coating systems compliant with current and anticipated environmental laws.

Offices: 6937 W. Mill Rd., Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53218, US · 1500 Lathem St, Batavia, Illinois 60510, US · 307 Echelon Rd, Greenville, South Carolina 29605, US · 5182 126th Ave N, Clearwater, Florida, US

DefenseAerospaceand Gen Industrial; Liquid and Powder CoatingsManufacturing
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About Hentzen Coatings

LinkedInVisit site

We develop, engineer, and manufacture liquid & powder coatings for aerospace, military, and industrial applications.

Industry
Paint, Coating, and Adhesive Manufacturing
Company size
201-500 employees
Founded
1923
Headquarters
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
LinkedIn followers
3,290

Founded in 1923, Hentzen Coatings has grown from a small producer of industrial coatings into one of the largest and most successful independent paint companies in the United States. Being privately owned has allowed us to focus our efforts on the needs of the industry and on long-term future developments. As a result, we were one of the first companies to begin work on and produce water-borne coatings long before EPA legislation was announced. Our experience and knowledge gained over the years has allowed us to respond quickly to many requirements, and provide our customers with dedicated technical support. Hentzen continues to be at the forefront of emerging coating technologies as is evidenced by our current concentration on reducing emissions of Volatile Organic Compounds (V.O.C.'s) and the continual redevelopment of environmentally friendly coating systems. We have been active in the Coatings Care© program since its inception which has led to the formulation and production of a wide array of high solids and water reducible liquid products. We employ three in-house legal counsel that work closely with our sales and development group to provide our customers with cost effective coating systems compliant with current and anticipated environmental laws.

Offices: 6937 W. Mill Rd., Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53218, US · 1500 Lathem St, Batavia, Illinois 60510, US · 307 Echelon Rd, Greenville, South Carolina 29605, US · 5182 126th Ave N, Clearwater, Florida, US

DefenseAerospaceand Gen Industrial; Liquid and Powder CoatingsManufacturing
View all jobs at Hentzen Coatings

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