Color Scientist II

About Vibrantz Technologies

Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Every day, our employees, the products we make, and our valued customer partnerships are inspired by this purpose.  

Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz’s technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. We are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and eco-friendly paints.  

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and we employ 4,500 individuals. Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our six core values that focus on safety, our people, customers, excellence in all we do, environmental stewardship and integrity, ethics, and trust. And we are intent upon fostering a workplace that engages not only employees’ heads and hands and – uniquely – their hearts.  

Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai.  

For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com. 

Location

Job Function

Reporting to the Color Science Manager, the Color Scientist will be located in Ashtabula, Ohio, and will play a key role in delivering advanced color technology solutions to support the strategic initiatives of the Americas region leadership team.  

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental work as assigned to explore solutions and innovations.

• Design, plan, and execute project components to ensure timely completion of key milestones.

• Collect, analyze, and interpret scientific data to support project objectives.

• Conduct color work to facilitate conversion opportunities and resolution of technical issues.

• Communicate effectively and promptly at all stages of the project lifecycle.

• Collaborate with commercial sales teams during customer visits to identify development or partnership opportunities.

• Work both independently and collaboratively to achieve project goals under accelerated timelines with significant commercial relevance.

• Prepare and deliver technical presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders.

• Provide mentorship and technical coaching for entry- and mid-level professionals.

• Maintain accurate and organized lab notebooks for documentation and analysis of experimental work.

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and professional conduct, serving as a positive role model for the team.

• Follow all safety policies and procedures; participate in safety meetings, inspections, and training sessions. Promptly report and address any hazards, incidents, or environmental concerns.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant scientific fields such as Color Science, Physics, Mathematics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or Chemistry.

• 4-7 years of industry experience in coatings in combination with color technology. Other experience may be considered with a strong color technology background.

• Strong understanding of color theory, color measurement, color matching, color formulation software, and spectrophotometry.

• Working knowledge of key chemical functionalities used in coatings formulations.

• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional development in relevant technical areas.

• Proficient with electronic tools for communication, measurement, and data analysis.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and an elevated level of professionalism.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, analyze and resolve problems, manage resources, and contribute to project implementation.

• Demonstrate the ability to work autonomously and exercise sound judgment in decision-making.

• Demonstrated ability to work with and support colleagues, analyze and solve problems, control resources and implement programs, and possess project management skills.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a structured manner.

• Effective oral communication skills, including the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences.

• Strong technical writing abilities with the capacity to produce clear, concise reports.

• Skilled in project planning and execution, with solid time management capabilities.

• Strong team communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both internal teams and external customers.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%, including occasional short-notice trips.

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Vibrantz Technologies Inc. (“Vibrantz”) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.