Avient Corporation is hiring : Color Designer in Phoenix

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Job Description

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.

Responsibilities 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.

Physical / Environ. Demands Physical Demands : The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects tools or controls; talk and / or hear. Occasionally required to sit. The individual must frequently lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. 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.

Work Environment : The characteristics listed below are representative of the work environment typically encountered by an individual while performing the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. Requires the use of safety equipment as dictated by the work area such as safety glasses and shoes, dust mask, hard hat, respirator, face shield, hearing protection, chemical suit, gloves, aprons, etc. Work is inside and the typical noise level is loud. Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The individual is frequently exposed to vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock.

Qualifications Education and Experience 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

Technology R & D

Problem Solving Techniques

Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook

Adherence to health and safety regulations (i.e. constant use of protective gear)

This is a 2nd shift position, 1-9 : 30pm

Competencies Each position at Avient focuses on eight Core Competencies as a Leader of Self. Additionally, management positions focus on Leadership Competencies as a Leader of Others and / or a Leader of the Business. These competencies are designed to drive behavior that will ultimately help our associates excel at their current roles, while supporting individual and career development.

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

Industries Plastics Manufacturing

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