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DORN COLOR LLC

2nd Shift Color Matcher

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$17 - $27/hr

Plant environment, climate controlled in the Color Lab ACCOUNTABILITIES * Be able meet the key KPI's for all color matching functions * All work must be done with the utmost safety in mind.

Amcor

Color Lab Trainee - Materials

Evansville, IN · On-site

The old J# with the new J#. 7. Maintain and update card file with new J#'s. 8. Maintain and update Lab/BL# logbook. 9. Maintain and update color match logbook. 10. Maintain and update reformulation ...

Amcor plc

Color Lab Trainee - Materials

Evansville, IN · On-site

The old J# with the new J#. 7. Maintain and update card file with new J#'s. 8. Maintain and update Lab/BL# logbook. 9. Maintain and update color match logbook. 10. Maintain and update reformulation ...

Color Street

R&D Lab Coordinator (Cosmetics)

Clifton, NJ · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

At Color Street and Innovative Cosmetic Concepts, we believe one brilliant idea can change ... We are currently looking for a R&D Lab Coordinator to work together with the Production, Quality ...

Wurth Wood Group

Tint Specialist

Elkridge, MD · On-site

$22/hr

Color Lab Technician (Tint Specialist) Company: Würth Wood Group Location: 6660 Santa Barbara Road, Elkridge, MD, 21075 Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch Starting ...

Wurth Wood Group

Tint Specialist

Elkridge, MD · On-site

$22/hr

Color Lab Technician (Tint Specialist) Company: Würth Wood Group Location: 6660 Santa Barbara Road, Elkridge, MD, 21075 Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, with a 30-minute lunch Starting ...

System One

Lab Technician - Color Matching

Shakopee, MN · On-site

$22/hr

Lab Technician - Color Matching Location: Shakopee, MN Type: Contract Compensation: $22.00 Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: 8 AM- 4:30 PM M-F Responsibilities * Develop color formulas for all high ...

System One

Lab Technician - Color Matching

Shakopee, MN · On-site

$22/hr

Lab Technician - Color Matching Location: Shakopee, MN Type: Contract Compensation: $22.00 Work Model: Onsite - onsite Hours: 8 AM- 4:30 PM M-F Responsibilities * Develop color formulas for all high ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for color lab in the United States is $25.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Color Lab job typically involves working in a laboratory setting to analyze, mix, and match colors for various industries, such as textiles, paints, plastics, and printing. Professionals in this role use specialized equipment to ensure color consistency and accuracy based on client or production requirements. The job may also involve quality control, troubleshooting color discrepancies, and developing new color formulations. Strong attention to detail and knowledge of color science are essential for success in this field.

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In a typical day working in a Color Lab, you'll spend time preparing and testing color samples, carefully matching and adjusting colors to meet client or production specifications, and documenting your results for quality control. You’ll often use specialized tools, such as spectrophotometers and colorimetry software, and work closely with both technical staff and creative teams to ensure color consistency across products. Team structures can vary, but Color Lab professionals frequently collaborate with process engineers, designers, and quality assurance specialists. This collaborative environment helps to quickly solve color-related challenges and ensures the final products meet both industry and customer expectations.

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To excel in a Color Lab role, you need a solid understanding of color theory, precise attention to detail, and experience with color measurement and matching processes, often backed by a background in chemistry, textiles, or graphic arts. Familiarity with spectrophotometers, color-matching software, and lab safety procedures is typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication skills help you collaborate with designers, production teams, and clients. These competencies ensure accurate color formulation and quality control, which are critical for consistently meeting production and customer standards.

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2nd Shift Color Matcher

Cleveland, OH • On-site

DORN COLOR LLC
Marketing • 51 - 200 employees
Learn more about DORN COLOR LLCexternal

$17 - $27/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

COLOR MATCHERJOB DIMENSIONS
  • Dorn Color is a leader in the Color Card and Sampling market. We pride ourselves on being the best in the industry on color matching to exact specifications dictated by our customers. Color is our core competency at the centre of what we do. Having been in business since 1926 we pride ourselves on delivering high quality sampling collateral that help our customers exceed their sales objectives and help differentiate from their competition. Dorn Color is a wholly owned subsidiary of Signum LLC and offers opportunities for growth across both businesses.
    • ACTIVITIES
  • Learn to efficiently match all varieties of color submitted by our customers. This would include gloss, satin, flat, metallic, stain, mearls/pearls, fluorescent, nutshell, etc..
  • Read each job ticket and follow the Department Manager’s instructions regarding specifications for Color Matching.
  • Understand and use equipment and tools in the color matching process. This includes the spectrophotometer, computer, color matching software applications, light booth, gloss meter, scales, mixers, drum lift, dispenser, etc…
  • Understand and able to perform any functions of the color matching process including color formulation, color batching, batch corrections and retouches.
  • Provide the Coating Department with the correct batch size of lacquer to coat the number of sheets required for each job.
  • Responsible for cost containment by using the correct materials for color matching and keeping scrap lacquer at a minimum level.
  • Properly store and handle all color matching equipment, tools, materials and supplies. Handle customer standards with the utmost care.
  • Keep the Color Manager well informed of problems encountered in the Color Matching process.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area.
  • Follow all work instructions and procedures for the Color Department.
  • Responsible for performing any duties which would enhance the overall efficiency of the department and company.
  • Responsible for properly handling, storing, and following procedures associated with hazardous material/waste and complying with EPA and OSHA standards. Keep hazardous waste container closed, except when adding waste. Label hazardous waste

    • containers and ensure labels have been correctly dated

    CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT
  • This position is at Dorn Color plant location on Berea Road off West 114th Street in Cleveland
  • The job reports to the Color Manager
  • This is for either 2nd shift, or 3rd shift
  • 2nd or 3rd shift carries a shift differential as part of its hourly pay package.
  • Plant environment, climate controlled in the Color Lab
    • ACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Be able meet the key KPI’s for all color matching functions
  • All work must be done with the utmost safety in mind.
    • QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
  • Quickly assimilate and retain knowledge
  • Excellent judgement and decision making skills
  • Basic math skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Good organizational skills
  • Good color eye
  • Ability to lift 50lbs
  • Creative problem solving skills
  • Experience in a productionoriented environment
  • Able to work around chemicals and solvents

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