Color Designer

Job Summary

Ensures that color samples are developed in accordance with customer specifications at the lowest possible cost, while meeting company standards for quality and performance. This position operates with a high degree of autonomy and requires little to no day-to-day direction.

Essential Functions

Develops new formulas for color samples which meet customer business and product needs. Utilizes automated systems and technology (SAP, PC, Color Computer, etc.) to develop, diagnose and/or improve processes and resolve customer issues. Completes formulations of color concentrates, Liquid, Freeze-Dri, and Dry Color products in a timely, cost efficient, and effective manner. Records and communicates formulations in a clear and unambiguous manner, noting any special features or requirements. Performs required Quality Control checks on all color matches prior to the shipment of samples. Functions as Quality Associate for samples as required. Develops and maintains a safe working environment and good housekeeping conditions. Ensures that all SAP paperwork is completed properly and accurately. Observes applicable Safety, Health, and Environmental rules and guidelines. Uses appropriate personal protective equipment. Attends and participates in training opportunities and seminars relevant to this position. Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Personal Skills - Stress Management Personal Skills - Manual Dexterity Personal Skills - Reading/Comprehension Personal Skills - Self Motivated Personal Skills - Time/Priority Management Software Skills - Microsoft Outlook Software Skills - Microsoft Word Software Skills - Microsoft Excel Personal Skills - Work on a Team Leader of Self - Instills Trust Leader of Self - Action Oriented Leader of Self - Collaborates Leader of Self - Customer Focus Leader of Self - Situational Adaptability Leader of Self - Being Resilient Leader of Self - Demonstrates Self-Awareness Leader of Self - Communicates Effectively

Education and Experience

Minimum US High School diploma, GED equivalency or relevant experience 3-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Prior experience with color adjustments, formulating, sample generation and/or color knowledge preferred Prior experience working in a laboratory environment preferred Cross Functional - Chemical Industry Cross Functional - Mathematics R&D & Technology - Color Matching Cross Functional - Problem Solving Techniques R&D & Technology - Technology/R&D Adherence to health and safety regulations (i.e. constant use of protective gear) Flexibility in shifts a plus

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to:

·        Marked changes in temperature and humidity

·        Dust, fumes and/or airborne particles

·        Moving mechanical parts and vibration

·        The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required:

·       Be able to talk, walk, see (20/40 vision), and hear sufficiently to perform assigned tasks

·        Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus and the ability to differentiate color

·        This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping all day

·        The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds

Be able to lift, push or pull up to 200 lbs. with the aid of equipment Be able to stand/walk for 10-hour shift Be able to communicate orally and in writing The employee must be able to read at a level of comprehension sufficient to meet job requirements

Environmental, Health, Safety, & Security (EHS&S) Requirements

Avient integrates EHS&S into all aspects of our operations. Each position at Avient is responsible for complying with all applicable EHS&S requirements. Additionally, employees and management are responsible for reporting all EHS&S incidents immediately to ensure we keep EHS&S a priority within the organization.   Security includes physical security and cyber security. 

Who We Are

Avient Corporation provides specialized and sustainable material solutions that transform customer challenges into opportunities, bringing new products to life for a better world. Examples include:

Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports   Unique technologies that improve the recyclability of products and enable recycled content to be incorporated, thus advancing a more circular economy    Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint   Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility

Avient employs approximately 10,000 associates and is certified ACC Responsible Care®, a founding member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste and certified Great Place to Work®.  For more information, visit www.avient.com.

Why Avient

Avient Corporation is a world-class sustainable organization built on innovation, collaboration, and employee development. We are committed to providing a supportive and dynamic work environment where our diverse associates can grow and succeed, as well positively impacting our planet and the communities we serve. Our Great Place to Work culture, values, and benefits make Avient an employer of choice for top talent.

At Avient, we believe diversity of ideas and backgrounds gives us the creativity to be successful in a rapidly changing world.  In support of this, we stress equality of opportunity for all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable laws. Decisions on hiring, promotion, development, compensation or advancement are based solely on a person’s qualifications, abilities, experience and performance.

Avient Corporation is a drug free workplace.  Avient is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran’s status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state and local law.