Laboratory Technician

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

Job#: 2025-14617

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Industry: Manufacturing/Industrial (Coatings/Chemicals)

Schedule: 1st Shift (Day Schedule, Monday thru Friday)

Salary: Depends Upon Experience

Experience: Minimum 1 year Laboratory experience required (No Exceptions) (Work experience not Academic Lab experience is a must)

Education: High School Diploma minimum. 2- or 4-year Degree is preferred

Background: Must be able to pass a Background Check and Drug Test (No Exceptions)

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Job Description

Primary Responsibilities:

Axalta Coating Systems is seeking a Lab Technician to join its Formulation development team located at the Global Innovation Center in Philadelphia, PA at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. The successful candidate for this job will become a key member of the Axalta research and development team.

Role Summary:

Axalta is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Lab Technician to join our Raw Materials Technology team at the Global Innovation Center in Philadelphia, PA. This role supports the development, evaluation, and qualification of raw materials used in Axaltas coatings formulations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to laboratory safety and environmental responsibility, while maintaining high standards of accuracy, organization, and collaboration in a fast-paced R&D environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and test coating formulations using various raw materials under the guidance of chemists and scientists.
• Conduct physical and chemical testing of raw materials and finished coatings (e.g., viscosity, pH, color, stability).
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of experiments, test results, and observations in laboratory notebooks and digital systems.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation in accordance with safety and quality standards.
• Assist in the evaluation and qualification of new raw materials and suppliers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, procurement, and process technology.
• Ensure compliance with Axaltas safety, environmental, and quality protocols.

Basic Qualifications :

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Chemistry , Chemical Engineering , Materials Science , or a related field is required.
• 13 years of experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in coatings, paints, or chemical manufacturing is preferred.
• Commitment to making safety and quality a priority in all aspects of work.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment and standard testing methods.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and laboratory data management systems.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Has experience with coatings formulation or raw material evaluation.
• Brings a collaborative mindset and a continuous improvement attitude.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers products whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. Weve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.