ColorCompoundColorist-(Commercial)

**_POSITION SUMMARY:_** The Color Compounding Colorist is responsible for matching custom colors for potential new business needs. The Colorist must also take responsibility for color master batch production in accordance with the schedule demands. Ultimately, the colorist is responsible for the quality and production in satisfying the customer. **_JOB DESCRIPTION:_** * Responsible for satisfying the demands of the Extrusion department as an internal customer, such as in manufacturing concentrate accurately and in a timely manner. * Responsible for color concentrate (SPD) quality assurance when receiving new lots. * Responsible for development of custom color products, which includes receipt, submittal, and approval of product. * Interpret Color Spectrophotometer results to determine if color adjustment is needed. * Create Color matching formulation and Color adjustment formulations as needed * Oversee production and lab quality control, including lab training and education of operators. * Must be able to problem solve and follow WCM methodology. * Responsible for development and maintenance of formulations * Responsible for lab sampling procedures, including but not limited to, documentation, organization, communications, inspection, and testing. * As needed, assist department leader, and/or compound supervisor, and quality supervisor with special projects and Root Cause Analysis. * Must be able to fill the role of the technical coordinator and operator positions * Act as a fill-in for Color Compounding Leader during the Color Compound Leader’s absence. * Other duties as instructed by Supervisor ** _NEEDED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:_** * Must be able to assist in a flexible schedule when necessary; including a 24-hour on-call schedule. * Must be able to deal with the Extrusion department in meeting their demands as an internal customer. * Must be able to troubleshoot and problem solve any manufacturing, quality, or customer problem when necessary. * High school diploma,