Color Lab Technician – Rimports – Provo, UT

Color Lab Technician

Rimports of Provo, UT 84606) is looking to hire an assertive full-time Color Lab Technician to join our team. Are you outgoing and highly motivated? Do you want to work for a thriving company that will value and respect you? If so, please read on!

This purchasing position earns competitive pay, depending on experience. We also offer incredible benefits and perks, including medical, dental, vision, voluntary life, short-term and long-term disability, a 401(k) plan with 4% company match and immediate vesting, an employee assistance program, weekly giveaways, safety celebrations, and top-notch company parties. Our medical plan covers 98% of employee-only medical premiums and contributes toward dependent tiers. We also provide a $50,000 term life policy at no cost to our employees. If this sounds like the right purchasing opportunity for you, apply today!

ABOUT RIMPORTS

As a trusted supplier of the latest trends in scented wax, wax warmers, and essential oils, we work hard to plan, design, and create programs that offer high-value and low-cost products for our customers. We manufacture and distribute our products to big-box clients including Walmart and Target throughout the US and Canada. Our goal is to help our retail partners obtain the highest margins while increasing sales and customer loyalty. We achieve this through efficient manufacturing and distribution as well as quality products that appeal to a growing customer base. We see obstacles as challenging opportunities for growth.

Our priorities lie with our customers and employees alike. We believe that safety is key! That belief is demonstrated through our nearly perfect safety record in the last 4 1/2 years. Our valued employees also enjoy great benefits, a fun team atmosphere, and a work-life balance!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COLOR LAB TECHNICIAN

The Color Lab Technician is responsible for working closely with the design, quality control, and production departments to ensure a quality product from new concepts to the final product. The ideal candidate must be a creative problem solver, detail oriented, and be able to work in a team environment as well as independently. A scientific background is preferred with some knowledge of chemistry and math.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Test scented waxes for quality & performance
• Assist in making aesthetic samples for buyers
• Assist various departments in sample acquisition for new product lines
• Assist quality department in keeping SDS database up-to-date
• Create & design new products; Assist in developing colors for new fragrances
• Track & manage colors for all wax products throughout the design & manufacturing process
• Assist in keeping track of fragrances needed for testing in the color lab
• Accurately enter product inventory & records into database in a timely manner
• Troubleshoot production issues as they arise; Keep track of & make dyes for production processes
• Report all safety concerns to Manager immediately
• Standing, bending, twisting, pushing & pulling repeatedly throughout a work shift
• Physically able to actively participate in a fast-paced environment daily
• Keep work area clean & uncluttered
• Safety glasses, lab coats, & gloves required when working the color lab
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by Manager

COMPETENCIES- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Must have a good sense of color vision/ability to differentiate color
• Excellent communication skills, verbal & written
• Creative problem solving & decision-making skills

• Organized, dependable, strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, works well independently & with others
• Strong math skills
• Ability to learn quickly & take-on new responsibilities; Proactive

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, PROGRAM KNOWLEDGE):

• Knowledge of scientific processes & experience using scientific equipment
• Experience with Microsoft Excel & ability to use web-based applications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates degree in a scientific field or technical expertise working in a lab setting

• Experience working with waxes, fragrances, &/or dyes a plus

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and pass a pre-employment drug test.
• I understand that I need to be FULLY vaccinated against COVID-19 to be hired on for this position.

WORK SCHEDULE

This a full-time position that typically works Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5 pm.

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this manufacturing and distribution job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. I understand that I need to be FULLY vaccinated against COVID-19 to be hired on for this position. We look forward to meeting you!