Shade Technician

Job Details:

Job Location:

Tnemec Baltimore - Baltimore, MD 21222, Position Type:
Full Time, Salary Range: $19.00 - $21.00 Hourly, Job Category:
Manufacturing, Join Our Team as a Shade Technician! Shift: Multiple Shifts Available

Do you love working with your hands, paying attention to the details, and being a part of something big? Join Tnemec, a leading innovator in protective coatings, as our Shade Technician, where every batch you touch helps shape products used across the country!

We’re looking for someone reliable, detail-oriented, and energized by a fast-paced environment to help keep our colors just right and our production lines moving smoothly. This unique role combines art and science. Think precise color matching, meticulous measurements, and high standards for quality and safety.

As a Shade Technician, you’ll be responsible for ensuring quality, consistency, and accuracy in our coating batches before they head out the door. From drawdowns and viscosity checks to preparing materials for shipment, you’ll make sure each product meets our industry-leading standards.

• Select tub size and prep mixing equipment for production batches
• Precisely weigh base materials and colorants per batch ticket specs
• Tint batches and perform drawdowns to ensure proper shade
• Measure and adjust viscosity to exact standards
• Work with the schedule to ensure production flows smoothly and timely

• Gather and inspect containers before filling
• Set up and operate filling equipment, filters, and Finex machines
• Label, skid, and prepare filled product for warehouse storage or shipping
• Clean and maintain pans, tanks, and tools
• Assist with moving materials and supplies around the department

• Operate pumps, agitators, meters, and forklifts as needed
• Follow all PPE, HMIS, and safety guidelines
• Document everything properly on batch tickets and logs
• Suggest improvements and assist other departments when needed
• Stay organized and keep your space clean and efficient

We’re not just hiring an employee, we’re looking for a teammate with the right mix of technical skill, reliability, and a drive to improve.

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least 5 years of related work experience (preferred)
• Forklift Certified (or willing to become certified)
• Basic computer knowledge a plus
• Strong team player who can work independently
• Able to lift up to 100 lbs, work in warm temps, and be on your feet

• Are dependable and detailed, accuracy matters!
• Love hands-on work in a manufacturing environment
• Follow processes and safety protocols every time
• Bring a positive attitude and ideas for improvement
• Enjoy producing high-quality work that makes a difference

• Competitive pay
• Training and development opportunities
• A supportive team culture
• The chance to grow within a company that cares about you

• Pumps, meters, agitators, Finex and filter machines
• Scales, labeling and filling equipment
• Forklifts and drum dollies
• Batch tickets and production software

All employees will receive comprehensive training in safety procedures and hazardous material handling as part of your onboarding and continued development.

Tnemec is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diverse talent and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.