Entry Colorist - Textiles & Shade Testing

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 benefits

Total rewards

Competitive benefits

Job summary

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. is seeking an entry level Colorist to join the shade team in Elkton, Maryland. You will support shade testing, visual evaluation, and data entry to enable Gore-Tex products to meet customer needs.

The role emphasizes color acuity, organization, and attention to detail in a technical lab setting. On-site work with a comprehensive benefits package starts on Day 1.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in the textile/fabrics color industry or related degree.
• Must pass Farnsworth Munsell 100 hue test post interview.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment with multiple expectations while demonstrating self-motivation.
• Familiar with Outlook, PLM platforms, IQ color systems.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Organize and file all submits for organization and library management.
• Log all test results in appropriate data management systems.
• Perform and execute physical property testing per AATCC methods.
• Monitor, document, and communicate colorfastness issues and failures.
• Cross functional interaction with 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 testing

Color evaluation

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Textile/Fabrics degree

Tools

Outlook

PLM platforms

IQ color systems

Job description

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. is seeking an entry level Colorist to join the shade team in Elkton, Maryland. You will support shade testing, visual evaluation, and data entry to enable Gore-Tex products to meet customer needs.

The role emphasizes color acuity, organization, and attention to detail in a technical lab setting. On-site work with a comprehensive benefits package starts on Day 1.