Job Description

Do You Want to Work in a Safe, Inclusive, and Equitable Environment? Will You Be Part of a Company Committed To Crafting a Brighter Future For Us All?

Are you ready to Build a Career with Responsible Impact?

Become part of Hempel’s Quality-Laboratory in Portugal. We are looking for a Laboratory Technician that will be passionate about assisting in paint quality control, resolution of problems and conducting all the necessary tests and reports to present our customers with a high-quality product.

You will have the unique opportunity to report directly to our Laboratory Manager, be based on our factory in Portugal – Palmela and cooperate with other colleagues from all over the world.

Could You Thrive in a Global Community Based on Trust? Your tasks consist of, but are not limited to:

• Conduct quality control tests to paint samples during and after the production process.
• Proceed with Batch adjustment to fit characteristics inside specification.
• Raw Material analysis and COA evaluation.
• Develop formulas for Production and MTT system.
• Follow up Lab and Production trials for quality improvements.
• Evaluate Complaints and present final reports.
• Prepare experimental paints and test specimens.
• Keep Lab Equipment database updated and proceed with internal calibration verification if needed.
• Evaluate current and experimental coating systems according to agreed methods, standards and customer specifications.
• Keep accurate and complete records and produce quality reports of your laboratory activity.
• Ensure maintenance, safety and tidiness of equipment used in Q-LAB.

Are You Ready to Achieve Your Full Potential?

• ​Education as laboratory technician or equivalent studies.
• Strong hands-on and quality orientation in the laboratory.
• Ability to plan and organize your tasks.
• Previous experience working in a coating laboratory would be an advantage but is not a requirement.
• Ability to communicate and write in English is preferable.
• Computer skills​.
• Teamwork oriented.

A Great Opportunity to Grow Your Laboratory Career

This one‑year contract is an excellent opportunity for both early‑career talent looking to gain practical laboratory experience and develop technical skills, as well as for laboratory technicians with some experience who want to continue growing in a professional research environment.

We encourage motivated candidates to apply and view this role as a meaningful stepping stone that can strengthen their profile and open doors to future opportunities within the organization.

Attractive salary and excellent compensation and benefits package are also part of the advantages of being part of our team.

Does it sound like a match to you?

To apply for this position, please submit your application/motivation letter with a CV in English ONLY via our recruitment system by clicking the link ‘Apply’.

Application due

2026-06-08

Seniority Level

Entry level

Job Functions

Research, Science

Industry

Chemicals

At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work.  We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.