Colorimetric Associate

Mankiewicz Coatings USA; South Carolina; On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

12 paid holidays per year

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) employer contribution

Paid time off (PTO)

Overtime opportunities

On-the-job training

Safe and team-oriented environment

Employee recognition program

Referral bonus

Job summary

Mankiewicz Coatings LLC is hiring a Colorimetric Associate to join our Charleston, SC team. The role focuses on preparing, testing and supporting color samples and shades for product formulations, with emphasis on achieving precise color matches using established formulas and tools.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure while delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED and/or relevant job function experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines and standard accepted practices.

Responsibilities

• Mix and match paints and coatings based on formulas, samples, and customer request.
• Prepare and test color technologies and methods, determine degree of color match, make adjustments.
• Create custom color samples.
• Update database of color formulas and information to locate and modify mixtures.
• Review preliminary mixtures with desired product color, texture, and finish and adjust as needed.
• Complete forms and documentation regarding color mixing tasks and results; receive direction when required.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment per 5S principles.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Over 130 years of innovation have made Mankiewicz one of the world's leading manufacturers of high-quality coating solutions for industrial series production. From small manufacturers to large global corporations, Mankiewicz is at ease in the Automotive, Aviation, Railway, Machinery, Yacht, and Wind Power industries. Countless projects and challenges have shaped the company and its product portfolio into what it is today. Mankiewicz's paint flew to the moon on a camera lens in 1969. A Hollywood mission brought Mankiewicz to the big screen in the 1990s. In "Golden Eye," the interior of James Bond's BMW Z3 was painted with Mankiewicz paint - not shaken, but well stirred by the Mankiewicz experts. Come join one of the Best Places to Work in SC – winner in 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, and 2026! Mankiewicz Coatings LLC is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Colorimetric Associate to join our team in beautiful Charleston, SC. This role will prepare, test and support color samples and shades for product formulations

Role Responsibilities

• Utilizes provided tools and techniques to perform comprehensive mixing and matching of paints and coatings based on formulas, samples, and customer request.
• Prepares and tests color technologies and methods, determines degree of color match, makes proper adjustments.
• Creates custom color samples.
• Updates database of color formulas and information to locate and modify appropriate mixtures.
• Reviews and compares preliminary mixtures with desired product color, texture, and finish, and performs appropriate adjustments
• Completes appropriate forms and documentation regarding the color mixing /matching process, tasks, results, and conclusions; determines results and receives direction when required.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment by cleaning and maintaining equipment, tools, rooms, and the general area in accordance with the 5S principles.

Role Requirements

• High school diploma, GED and/or relevant job function experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.Experience with SAP software (preferred).
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines and standard accepted practices.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards
• Requires frequent walking, standing, heavy lifting and carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling and reaching.
• Exposure to fumes and hazardous chemicals.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand for 8 hours per day.
• Must be able to talk, listen and speak professionally

We Offer

• A competitive benefit package
• 12 annual company paid holidays
• A Tuition Reimbursement Program
• A generous 401(k) employer contribution
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation and sick days
• Opportunities for overtime
• On-the-job training and skill development
• Safe and team-oriented work environment
• Employee recognition program
• A generous employee referral bonus.

Mankiewicz Coatings LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Aff… All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, veteran or military status, or other protected status. We participate in E-verify for all employment verifications. Drug-free workplace.