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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average weekly pay for colour technologist in the United States is $1,830.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,153.85 and $2,394.23 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Colour Technologist is responsible for developing, testing, and ensuring the quality of colours used in textiles, coatings, paints, and other materials. They work with dyes, pigments, and finishes to meet industry standards and customer requirements. Their role involves researching new colouring techniques, troubleshooting colour inconsistencies, and improving production processes. They often collaborate with designers, manufacturers, and quality control teams to achieve desired colour outcomes efficiently.

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Colour Technologists often encounter challenges such as achieving precise color matching across different materials, managing variability in raw materials, and adhering to tight production deadlines. They must work closely with suppliers, production staff, and technical teams to resolve issues related to color consistency and quality control, especially when scaling formulations from lab to full-scale manufacturing. Staying up-to-date with new colorants, technologies, and sustainability regulations is also crucial. Overcoming these challenges requires adaptability, technical expertise, and strong teamwork skills, making the role both dynamic and rewarding.

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To become a colour technologist, typically a degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related field is required. Gaining experience with colour measurement tools, such as spectrophotometers, and understanding colour theory are important, along with developing skills in quality control and product development. Professional certifications or training in colour science can also enhance career prospects.
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Color Science Specialist

Prince International Corporation

Ashtabula, OH • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

This full-time position, Color Science Technician, will be proficient in the completion of Color Science projects targeted around color formulary development that supports the current use of, or conversion to, our colorant products. This position would provide color work for colorant characterizations, verification colors, color comparisons, color matches, and colorant standards evaluation. In addition, this position will assist in global colorant standard supply, incoming and outgoing. External Color Science support may be required at a customer's facility. This would be at the discretion of the Color Science Manager.
Qualifications:
  • BS/BA degree in a relevant science field for coatings and color technology. BS/BA degree in Color Science, Physics, Materials Science, ChE or Chemistry preferred.
  • 1 - 3 years industry experience in coatings or color technology a plus.
  • Understanding of color theory, color measurement, color matching, and spectrophotometers.
  • General understanding of pigment and carrier types / chemistries.
  • Availability and willingness to travel -- occasionally, on short notice.
  • Mathematical aptitude.
  • Technical aptitude.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Basic computer skills: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Adobe Creative Suite knowledge a plus.
  • Adequate color discrimination skills per Farnsworth - Munsell 100 - Hue Test (will be evaluated).
  • Possess communication skills to provide presentations and to write in a clear and concise manner.
  • Have successfully worked in a close team environment.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
  • Customer focused.
  • Sense of urgency.

Major Areas of Responsibility:
  • Works closely with the Color Science Manager and Color Scientists to assure developmental effectiveness.
  • Provides support to Color Scientists and Colorant Standards Specialist as required.
  • Create and maintain color technology competencies in terms of instrumentation, electronic formulation tools, formularies and color measurements.
  • Help to create and support color marketing electronic tools and practices to be utilized in the market as part of the process to create a competitive advantage.
  • Completions of Color Service requests in accordance to the schedule providing notification if a delay is imminent.
  • Develop a basic understanding of customer processes and raw materials. This is accomplished by customer visits and internal and external programs.
  • Develops and maintains current knowledge of pigment types and resins / chemistries and their applications.
  • Develops a thorough understanding of the Coating product lines and processes.
  • Develops a thorough understanding of the color formulation and QC software programs.
  • Develops proficiency in maintaining required record keeping including project entries and report generation as required.
  • Develops proficiency for all associated computer-based data entry.
  • Brings improvement suggestions to Color Scientists and the Color Science Manager.
  • Maintains good housekeeping practices for assigned work area and all areas worked in.
  • Complies with safety rules and regulations, attends safety meetings and training.
  • Active support of, and participation in, all appropriate BMS and H, S & E aspects.

The company offers an attractive compensation and benefits package for the right candidate. Prince provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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