Junior Colorist Job Elkton area,Maryland USA,Quality Assurance

We are looking for an entry level Colorist to join our shade team for our Fabrics Ingredients Business. In this role, you will work closely with cross functional teams to provide hands-on support with shade testing, visual evaluation, and data entry. The color/shade capabilities provided by this role are critical in enabling our GORE-TEX® products to meet customers and end-user needs to ensure our gear provides protection and comfort in the toughest conditions.

The ideal candidate must have superior color acuity, strong organizational skills, strong attention to detail, time management skills, and passion around technical lab work.

This role will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland.

Pay and Benefits:

$50,000 - $55,000 per year
Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at

Responsibilities

Responsible for organizing and filing all submits for organization and library management
Log all test results in appropriate data management systems
Perform and execute physical property testing in accordance with AATCC Test methods
Monitor, document, and communicate all Colorfastness issues and failures
Cross functional interaction (IS, Planning, QA, sourcing, PDM)
Coordinate with Main Lab and Final Inspection to ensure on time testing
Perform visual and instrument evaluations of production orders on raw material and finished goods
Communicate with raw material suppliers on shade feedback and adjustments

Required Qualifications

Minimum 1 year experience in the textile/fabrics color industry; or a related degree
Must achieve a superior rating on Farnsworth Munsell 100 hue test post interview
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to work in a fast paced environment with multiple business expectations while demonstrating self-motivation across changing environments
Familiar with Outlook, PLM platforms, Equipment Software – IQ color systems
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

This position requires access to export-controlled areas and information. Candidates must be "U.S. persons" as that term is defined in 8 USC §1324b(a)(3). The term "U.S. persons" includes US citizens, resident aliens ("green-card" holders) as well as certain refugees, asylum-holders and residents qualifying for temporary residence under the terms of 8 USC §1255a.

Desired Qualifications

Recent graduate with related degree is preferred

For over 65 years, Gore has improved lives through discovery, product innovation and rewarding careers for Associates. We push the boundaries of what's possible — not just through our products and technologies but also through individual growth and development.

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. Our Associates build on a rich history of innovation, upholding Gore’s values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.