Color Specialist

Due to continued exponential growth, Fiberlay is currently looking to expand its close-knit family at our Sarasota location. We are interested in finding a logical, efficient, orderly, and organized individual who can add immediate value to our already impressive and diverse staff.

Color Specialist Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work on assigned tasks with consistent speed and accuracy
• Follow precise color matching software and procedures
• Carry out all assigned duties including but not limited to product formulation, filling and other manufacturing responsibilities in a safe and efficient manner that also complies with State Regulations, OSHA regulations, and all applicable laboratory procedures.
• Follows the operating procedures for formulation and ensures the product consistency.
• Operate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment. Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on associated equipment as required.
• Ensure that production requirements and standards are met consistently
• Ensure compliance and accuracy involving all product tracking, product security, and product movement procedures.
• Make every effort to increase productivity and efficiency without compromising quality
• performs weighting raw materials, mixing/blending process, preparation of daily product batches
• recordkeeping of formulation results
• daily laboratory maintenance
• cleaning/sanitation of the formulation area
• Operate machinery correctly and maintain it with care
• Report any machinery issues to management
• Work cooperatively with the Promotions team to meet quotas and goals
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Observe all safety guidelines and report safety concerns to management
• Perform in-process and post-process quality assurance sampling, testing, and visual inspections to ensure all product meets or exceeds expectations; such quality assurance work shall include, but not limited to:
• Record and monitor process conditions to ensure compliance to standard operating procedures
• Proper weighing, data recording, and batch tracking throughout process
• Execute tests on required analytical equipment
• Monitor and manage laboratory and processing equipment supplies and inventory
• Follow all written and verbal instructions
• Attend all safety and production trainings
• Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude

Work Hours and Benefits:

Our family-oriented company offers the following hours and benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Fully Insured Medical
• Fully Insured Dental
• Fully Insured Vision
• 401K Match
• M-F, 8AM-5PM (Hour Lunch + two 15-minute breaks)

Color Specialist's Qualifications/Skills:

• Capable of reading and understanding production documents and safety manuals
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills
• Basic computer skills
• Good communication skills
• Willingness to comply with all safety guidelines at all times
• Physically capable of manual labor that includes lifting, bending, and reaching
• Able to operate large industrial machinery
• Good documentation practices
• Attention to detail
• Able to lift 70 lbs. on a regular basis
• Able to work 8-hour shifts standing
• Reliable and punctual
• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• The ideal candidate will have at least one (1) to three (3) years of experience in manufacturing or laboratory environment with a focus on ensuring product safety and quality.
• Forklift Certification within 90 days of job entry
• Hazmat Certification within 90 days of job entry date
• Reliable form of transportation
• Driver's license
• Ability to pass a drug test

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.66 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings