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Color Formulation Supervisor

Element2 Group

Lincoln, RI 02865 • $80,000 to $90,000 / yr • 11/6/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Color Lab Supervisor – Plastics Manufacturing

We are hiring a Color Lab Supervisor to oversee color matching, formulation, and daily Color Lab operations within a plastics manufacturing environment. This position will be responsible for ensuring color accuracy, managing production schedules, maintaining inventory, and supervising lab personnel.

Responsibilities
  • Oversee daily Color Lab operations, including color matching, formulation, and production of color concentrates.

  • Develop and adjust color formulations to meet customer specifications.

  • Work with pigments, additives, resins, and colorants used in plastic injection molding.

  • Review production schedules, deadlines, and material requirements.

  • Supervise Color Lab personnel, assign daily responsibilities, and monitor department productivity.

  • Manage inventory of pigments, additives, raw materials, and lab supplies.

  • Perform color testing, quality checks, and material inspections.

  • Maintain accurate records of formulations, testing, and production activity.

  • Coordinate with Production, Engineering, Sales, and Quality departments to resolve color and material issues.

  • Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety procedures, and applicable regulations.

  • Oversee equipment maintenance, material recycling, and departmental budgets.

Qualifications
  • Associate's degree or equivalent experience.

  • 2–5 years of experience in color matching, color formulation, or pigment manufacturing preferred.

  • Experience working with plastics, resins, additives, or color concentrates preferred.

  • Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.

  • Experience managing production schedules, inventory, and deadlines.

  • Strong understanding of color testing, quality control, and manufacturing processes.

  • Ability to troubleshoot color inconsistencies and adjust formulations.

  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Ideal Background

Candidates with experience in plastics manufacturing, injection molding, color compounding, masterbatch production, pigment formulation, or industrial color laboratories are encouraged to apply.