Apprentice Paint Laboratory Assistant

Have you finished school and are interested in working in the chemical, specifically painting industry? Would you like to learn more about how the Research & Development (R&D) department functions in an international organization? Are you open to learning new skills and at the same time can and like to take the initiative? If so, we are probably looking for you!

The vocational training for a Paint Laboratory assistant is performed both in the company and the vocational training school. The duration of the training is 3 ½ years but depending on previous education can be shortened by half a year or even a full year.

As an Apprentice Paint Laboratory Assistant, you will conduct and report fundamental research, product development or product maintenance under supervising. You would have the opportunity to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the highest business impact of the projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and report projects using existing or new scientific methods and theories to solve problems and improve or generate new products and processes under supervising. Preparing detailed reports with recommendations and conclusions with support.
• Evaluate the economic impact of a project.
• Estimate the costs, resources and time required to conduct one or more research projects and monitor the performance of these projects to ensure targets are met.
• Support by development and maintaining of technical expertise on advances and innovations in research and development.
• Follow all guidelines and Group procedures regarding Health & Safety and Environment.
• Maintenance of local R&D stock.

Qualifications and competences

• Mittlere Reife (equivalent to General Certificate of Secondary Education) or higher education.
• Interest in chemical/ physical education.
• Mandatory required training according to Group Training Policy (see e-convention).
• Ability to communicate fluently in German and English.
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as individually.
• Computer skills
• Quality orientation
• Creativity, analytical skills and good organization
• Good written and oral communication

We offer 

• Amazing opportunity to work closely with colleagues locally and internationally 
• Great prospects of development in the multinational environment 
• Remuneration in accordance with the guidelines of the collective agreement of IG Chemie (German Chemical Industry Association) for the Saarland
• All costs such as travel, accommodation and meals during the stay at the vocational school in Stuttgart are covered by Hempel
• Flexible working hours
• Possibility of long-term cooperation

Application and further information

To apply for this position, please submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system by clicking the link ‘Apply‘. Final deadline for applications is 15th of September 2025.

More about Hempel

At Hempel, you are invited to join a team of dedicated individuals and become part of a global community with 7,500 colleagues around the world.

We are committed to promoting a workplace that values unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Creating an inclusive environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work is crucial for our success in shaping a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions.

We recognize that our journey must be persistent. We are dedicated to continually developing and improving our efforts and have a variety of programs and initiatives such Inclusive Leadership Training, a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council, an internal Women’s Network, and mandatory Anti-Harassment Training. This is not a complete list, but essential in ensuring that every employee feels the responsibility of protecting our inclusive culture by treating each other with respect.

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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.