Color Development Lab Specialist

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC group, is a leading producer of printing inks, coatings and supplies, pigments, polymers, liquid compounds, solid compounds, and application materials. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical has annual sales of more than $7.5 billion. Over 20,000 employees located at 176 subsidiaries across 63 countries work every day to meet the needs of customers by improving performance on the essentials of business, such as reliable, on-time delivery and consistent product quality. Sun Chemical tailors solutions to unique customer needs and brings new ideas and the latest technology to market. Sun Chemical's unparalleled global presence allows for the delivery of local service and support that is customized to the markets it serves. Recognized as a leading source of innovation, Sun Chemical and DIC have 17 research and development centers that are committed to creating solutions that improve productivity, create new revenue opportunities for customers, and contribute to a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit our website atTitle: Color Development Lab SpecialistLocation: Independence, KYShift: Days, Monday - FridayOVERVIEW:The Color Development Lab Specialist is responsible for all phases of the development of new products and continued iimprovements of existing products. Create and maintain a positive customer relationship with continued contact throughout all development phases.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Ability to see, judge, and evaluate minor color differencesAbility to create formulas to match existing color standardsSchedule and develop all new lab projectsInitiate the sale of pigments by offering our free color matching service to all powder coating manufacturersFile and maintain records pertaining to lab projectsResponsible for shipping lab projectsReformulate existing productions when problems with base or other issues ariseCoordinate filling of pigment samples for customersMay staff, manage, and schedule lab technicianWork with Quality Control to ensure all relevant specifications are transferred when a production order is placedMaintain all lab equipment, performing general maintenance as neededManage all supllies used in color developmentMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:High School Diploma or GEDTwo (2) years relevant experience in color matchingBasic technical knowledge of color scienceHigh degree of interpersonal and creative problem-solving skillsCritical thinking skills