Axalta Coating Systems is seeking a Scientist to join our General Industrial technology team in Huntsville, Al. The right candidate will possess a passion for development, good color eye, technical acumen, and the ability to process information quickly. Color developments will be utilized to support product design for coating technologies offered in coil and extrusion precoated metal market. The role of Scientist will report to the technology team manager.
Responsibilities:
The primary responsibility of the color scientist is to create color formulations based on customer requirements and adjust color formulas as needed to meet production requirements
Role requires a strong understanding of color theory and the properties of different pigments for matching colors accurately and consistently using a variety of color-matching tools and equipment
Role will participate in SPC analysis to improve Right FirstTime color manufacturing
Role will prepare samples, make product risk assessments, and be responsible for technology documentation
Facilitate transfer of technologies between Axalta color matching sites as required
Capable of prioritizing work to meet customer demands and business requirements
Adherence to environmental, health and safety procedures is required
Education:
BS/MS/PhD Degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science or Coatings preferred
Serious consideration will be given to degreed candidates in other science related fields with applicable experience
Microsoft Office required, knowledge of VBA programming a plus