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Chemical Technician

KTA-Tator

Job Location:

Madison, OH - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 20 - 25

Posted: 21 August 2026 (Yesterday)

Application Deadline: 18 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

*Follow this link for a realistic job preview and videos of what its like to work at KTA!*: Inc. (KTA) is a 100% employee-owned materials engineering firm internationally recognized as a leading expert in corrosion protection and asset integrity. KTAs hallmark services include coatings failure analysis forensic laboratory investigations and independent laboratory testing of coatings performance among a much broader array of integrated service offerings.

Our Future Labs Division in Madison MS has an immediate need for a reliable self-starter with attention to detail to work in our Coatings Laboratory. We are looking for high caliber candidates with a desire to perform to meet group and company objectives as a chemical technician manager to support Laboratory Services. The position offers opportunity for professional development advancement and contributing to department growth. You will be considered successful in this position when within 12 months you have:
Followed standardized testing procedures primarily for coatings and pavement markings materials;
Applied coatings by following Coatings Laboratory direction product data and TDS/SDS information;
A basic knowledge of paint chemistry and accelerated weathering;
Learned the beginnings of effectively maintaining client communications while managing multiple projects simultaneously;
Utilized analytical equipment;
Scheduled sample exposure and physical testing with attention to deadlines;
Prepared data tables through data input and draft reports for supervisor review; and
Complied with the laboratorys QC program while maintaining safety within the laboratory.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
Bachelors Degree in Material Science Chemistry Engineering or related field OR Associates Degree in Chemical Technology or related field with relevant experience
Proficient writing and communication skills
Good organization
Windows applications experience including Microsoft Outlook Word & Excel
Experience with Laboratory Practices and/or Basic Laboratory Instrumentation
Understanding and Ability to Interpret Standardized Test Methods
Physical Requirements:Near distance and color vision ability to safely lift 50 or more pounds feel textureswear respiratory protection and stand for long periods of time.

General Requirements:
Must Have Reliable Transportation
Must Be Able to Work 40 Hours per Week between 8 am and 5 pm (Including Lunch Break)
The compensation package for this position is $20 25 / hour with a comprehensive benefits package including an employee stock ownership plan.
We are proud to be a 100% employee-owned company. KTA is a casual friendly workplace where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. We are an employee-owned company run with family-inspired values and ethics where diverse perspectives experiences and capabilities are embraced and valued. The employees of KTA are dedicated to making each other the company and our clients successful. We believe that serving our clients as we want to be served results in long lasting business relationships. We are committed to helping you take your career to a new and exciting level. At KTA youll work learn from and become one of the best in the industry.

KTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected Veteran Status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law. KTA is a Standing Firm Company. Elzly Technology Corporation (Elzly) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of KTA-Tator Inc. (KTA).

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Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal

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