About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an Entry‑Level Sealants Lab Technician to work onsite at the Mojave, CA facility. In this role you will perform analytical testing and routine lab work that ensures coatings and sealants meet product and customer requirements. This is an operational, quality‑focused position that contributes directly to safe, compliant production.

• Under minimal supervision, perform analytical testing on raw materials, coatings and sealants.
• Ensure tests are run to procedure and lab equipment is maintained, calibrated, and documented.
• Inspect, test, and evaluate products and materials; record results accurately.
• Follow and learn SOPs and ASTM standards relevant to sealants and coatings testing.
• Participate in lab 5S and safety protocols; help maintain inventory and lab cleanliness.
• Identify process or test issues, communicate clearly, and take corrective/preventive actions.
• Use digital tools: ERP systems (QAD preferred) and Microsoft Office for data entry and reporting.
• Collaborate with the Sealants Lab Supervisor and production teams to support continuous improvement.

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Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or engineering degree preferred.
• 1+ years experience in a laboratory environment strongly preferred.
• Related technical certifications in coatings or sealants are a plus.
• Comfortable working day shift initially; may be required to rotate to 2nd or 3rd shift.
• Ability to work overtime when needed.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, asylees/refugees as specified by the client).
• Good attention to detail, strong communication skills, and basic digital literacy.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $52,000 — $55,000 per year.
• Potential annual bonus up to 2.5% of base salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package (typical offerings may include health, dental, life insurance, retirement plan, paid time off, and employee assistance programs). Exact benefits will be confirmed at offer.

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Location & Schedule

• Worksite: Mojave, CA — on‑site at the client’s Mojave manufacturing facility.
• Shift: Day shift to start; candidate must be flexible to move to 2nd or 3rd shift if required.
• Overtime: May be required for production or project needs.

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Why This Role Matters

This role is essential to product quality and customer satisfaction. If you’re driven, safety‑minded, and eager to grow in a coatings/ sealants lab environment, this position provides hands‑on experience and opportunities to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

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About the Client (Confidential Client)

Confidential Client operates in the Scientific & QA sector supporting coatings and specialty materials production. The organization emphasizes safety, customer focus, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

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Accessibility & Work Authorization

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability during the application or hiring process, contact the recruiter. Candidates must meet the work authorization requirements listed above.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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