Entry Colorist - Textiles & Shade Lab

Sitka Inc.; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Day 1 benefits

Job summary

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

in Elkton, MD is seeking an entry level Colorist to support shade testing, visual evaluation, and data entry within the Fabrics Ingredients business. The role emphasizes color acuity, attention to detail, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure Gore-Tex products meet customer needs. You will log test results, assist with colorfastness monitoring, and coordinate with suppliers and internal labs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in the textile/fabrics color industry or related degree.
• Must achieve a superior rating on Farnsworth Munsell 100 hue test post interview.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Organize and file all submits for organization and library management.
• Log all test results in data management systems.
• Perform physical property testing per AATCC methods.
• Monitor, document, and communicate colorfastness issues and failures.
• Cross functional interaction (IS, Planning, QA, sourcing, PDM).
• Coordinate with Main Lab and Final Inspection to ensure on time testing.
• Perform visual and instrument evaluations of production orders on raw material and finished goods.
• Communicate with raw material suppliers on shade feedback and adjustments.

Skills

Color acuity

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Textile/fabrics color degree

Tools

Outlook

PLM platforms

IQ color systems

Job description

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

in Elkton, MD is seeking an entry level Colorist to support shade testing, visual evaluation, and data entry within the Fabrics Ingredients business. The role emphasizes color acuity, attention to detail, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure Gore-Tex products meet customer needs. You will log test results, assist with colorfastness monitoring, and coordinate with suppliers and internal labs.