POSITION SUMMARY

The Color Developer formulates/inspects the product for color uniformity to meet customer specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Develops formulas for wood stains by mixing pigments with the waterborne bases to specifications or customers' samples.
• Determines composition of color sample
• Applies sample formula to wood and compares resulting stain/finish to product sample swatch
• Alters formulas if colors on the wood pieces do not match colors on the sample swatch, utilizing knowledge of colors printing requirements.

• Inspects product for color uniformity; rectifies the defect
• Examines the outer surface of the finish for spots of light or irregular coloring.
• Records formula ingredients/measurements/conditions for future reference
• Files samples according to color/type of material etc.
• Observes procedures in production painting/finish the application to investigate causes of substandard color.

• Consults with and advise production staff regarding technical problems in mixing colors within production constraints.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows all safety policies, procedures, and programs; is responsible for individual safety and the safety of others.
• Establishes and maintains Company housekeeping standards.
• Abides by the policies, procedures, and work rules established by the plant.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• No Supervisory responsibilities

WORKING CONDITIONS (Indicate the amount of travel, unusual work - hours/shifts, or environmental conditions).

• Normal work hours with occasional optional as well as mandatory overtime necessary to meet deadlines
• Normal office and manufacturing plant environments may include dust exposure, industrial solvents, liquids, and other materials.
• The working environment will extend to both hot and cold conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS (List only physical requirements that are essential to the position and/or cannot be easily accommodated.)

• Must be capable of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) necessary to comply with government and company safety standards
• Job includes standing, bending, lifting materials weighing up to 50 lbs., twisting, gripping, and stair climbing.

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.