Color Mix Specialist

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Hood Distribution, established in 1899, is a wholesale distributor of hardwood lumber and plywood as well as related specialty products. We currently have twenty‑three locations, providing distribution into the eastern U.S. and Caribbean markets. Our primary customers turn our products into something special.

We are looking for a paint Color Mix Specialist to join our growing team in Memphis, TN
. The primary objective for this position is to complete and ship custom color match requests along with standard color requests within two business days.

• Tinting and matching paints and stain colors.
• Maintain, and record accurate and appropriate records from customer orders, custom mixes, and colors.
• Create presentation samples for customers.
• Provide technical support on the different finishing products and applications.
• Participate in demonstrations and assist in sales.
• Work with inside sales team to provide solutions to customer needs.
• Ensure all completed custom mixes are properly and visibly labeled.
• Maintain a clean work environment by adhering to daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Prior knowledge in paints, stains, solvents, wood species, and spray equipment.
• Proven skill in color matching and spraying technique.
• Good eye for color (must be able to pass a color‑blind test).
• Ability to use and understand technology, e.g., Microsoft Office, ERP systems.
• Good attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to lift 50‑100 lbs.
• Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment and adapt to change.
• Minimum education:
  
  high school diploma.

$21.00 – $23.00 per hour.

Hood Industries offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including medical, employee assistance program, dental, vision, cancer, life, 401(k), flexible spending account, and LTD, available first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full-time employment. Hood Industries requires that applicants consent to a background check and a drug screen to continue in the selection process. All employment offers are contingent on meeting our background check standards and successful passing of the required drug test.

If hired, you will be required to provide documentation indicating your legal right to work in the U.S.

An Equal Opportunity Employer