2nd Shift Color Matcher

Dorn Color; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Job summary

Dorn Color is seeking a Color Matcher for its Cleveland plant to support the color matching process across gloss, satin, flat, and other finishes. You will read tickets, follow specifications, and operate spectrophotometer and related equipment to match colors precisely.

The role involves color formulation, batching, and retouching, plus safe handling of chemicals, with a shift option on 2nd or 3rd shifts that include hourly differentials.

Qualifications

• Quickly assimilate and retain knowledge.
• Excellent judgement and decision making skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good color eye.
• Ability to lift 50lbs.
• Creative problem solving skills.
• Experience in a production-oriented environment.
• Able to work around chemicals and solvents.

Responsibilities

• Learn to efficiently match all varieties of color submitted by our customers.
• Read each job ticket and follow the Department Manager’s instructions regarding specifications for Color Matching.
• Understand and use equipment and tools in the color matching process, including spectrophotometer, computer, color matching software, light booth, gloss meter, scales, mixers and dispenser.
• Perform color formulation, color batching, batch corrections and retouches.
• Provide the Coating Department with the correct batch size of lacquer for the required sheets.
• Assist in cost containment by selecting materials to minimize scrap.
• Store and handle all color matching equipment and materials safely.
• Keep the Color Manager informed of problems in the process.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all work instructions and procedures for the Color Department.
• Handle hazardous materials/waste per EPA and OSHA standards.

Skills

Color vision

Communication

Organization

Math basics

Judgement/decision making

Problem solving

Physical strength

Production environment experience

Safety awareness

Tools

Spectrophotometer

Color matching software

Light booth

Gloss meter

Scales

Mixers

Dispenser

Job description

Dorn Color is a leader in the Color Card and Sampling market. We pride ourselves on being the best in the industry on color matching to exact specifications dictated by our customers. Color is our core competency at the centre of what we do. Having been in business since 1926 we pride ourselves on delivering high quality sampling collateral that help our customers exceed their sales objectives and help differentiate from their competition. Dorn Color is a wholly owned subsidiary of Signum LLC and offers opportunities for growth across both businesses.

COLOR MATCHER JOB DIMENSIONS

ACTIVITIES

• Learn to efficiently match all varieties of color submitted by our customers. This would include gloss, satin, flat, metallic, stain, mearls/pearls, fluorescent, nutshell, etc..
• Read each job ticket and follow the Department Manager’s instructions regarding specifications for Color Matching.
• Understand and use equipment and tools in the color matching process. This includes the spectrophotometer, computer, color matching software applications, light booth, gloss meter, scales, mixers, drum lift, dispenser, etc…
• Understand and able to perform any functions of the color matching process including color formulation, color batching, batch corrections and retouches.
• Provide the Coating Department with the correct batch size of lacquer to coat the number of sheets required for each job.
• Responsible for cost containment by using the correct materials for color matching and keeping scrap lacquer at a minimum level.
• Properly store and handle all color matching equipment, tools, materials and supplies. Handle customer standards with the utmost care.
• Keep the Color Manager well informed of problems encountered in the color matching process.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all work instructions and procedures for the Color Department.
• Responsible for performing any duties which would enhance the overall efficiency of the department and company.
• Responsible for properly handling, storing, and following procedures associated with hazardous material/waste and complying with EPA and OSHA standards. Keep hazardous waste container closed, except when adding waste. Label hazardous waste containers and ensure labels have been correctly dated

CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT

• This position is at Dorn Color plant location on Berea Road off West 114th Street in Cleveland
• The job reports to the Color Manager
• This is for either 2nd shift, or 3rd shift
• 2nd or 3rd shift carries a shift differential as part of its hourly pay package.
• Plant environment, climate controlled in the Color Lab

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Be able meet the key KPI’s for all color matching functions
• All work must be done with the utmost safety in mind.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Quickly assimilate and retain knowledge
• Excellent judgement and decision making skills
• Basic math skills
• Good communication skills
• Good organizational skills
• Good color eye
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Creative problem solving skills
• Experience in a productionoriented environment
• Able to work around chemicals and solvents