Team Color Engineer

PPG; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 89,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG, a leader in coatings and color science, seeks a Color Engineer to improve color quality through data-driven process understanding and workforce development. You will act as the site expert on color measurement and appearance, guiding QC, production and technical teams toward color consistency.

Responsibilities include leading color-focused improvement projects, reducing finished goods sampling, and delivering training on color science fundamentals and measurement practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field relevant to color science.
• Experience in color science, coatings, pigments, or manufacturing quality systems.
• Proven ability to lead teams or projects and influence stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and training skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads color-related improvement projects and process optimization.
• Analyzes color data to reduce finished goods sampling and variability.
• Develops color standards, specifications, and appearance expectations.
• Delivers training on color science and measurement for staff.
• Supports root cause investigations for color and appearance issues.
• Serves as site expert on color measurement systems and evaluation.
• Collaborates with Quality, Production, and Technical teams to drive quality gains.

Skills

Color science

Quality control

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical problem solving

Training and development

Color data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Engineering/Materials Science or related field

Tools

Color measurement systems

Statistical software

Job description

The Color Engineer is responsible for improving color quality performance through enhanced process understanding, data utilization, and workforce capability. This role partners with Quality Control, Production, and Technical teams to reduce finished goods sampling through proactive management of tint paste performance, color variation, and appearance characteristics. The Color Engineer serves as the site's subject matter expert in color science and leads initiatives that improve color consistency, measurement practices, and overall process effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive quality improvements by leveraging color, Sparkle, Jetness, and other appearance data not currently utilized in routine QC decision-making.
• Evaluate formula / RM robustness and effectiveness and color generation processes to improve color consistency and reduce rate of finished goods sampling.
• Analyze production and quality data holistically to identify sources of color variation and opportunities for process improvement.
• Lead projects that improve alignment on color standards, specifications, and appearance expectations.
• Develop and deliver training on color science fundamentals, color measurement, and appearance evaluation for laboratory and manufacturing personnel.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions related to color and appearance issues.
• Act as the site technical resource for color measurement systems, appearance characterization, and color-related process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical field.
• Experience in color science, quality control, coatings, pigments, or manufacturing quality systems.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams, projects, or technical initiatives and influencing cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and training skills.
• Experience using color and appearance data to drive quality and process improvements.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence technical decisions.

The salary for this position is $88,500 to $99,500.

About Us

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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