Color Mix Specialists

About the role

Hood Distribution, established in 1899, is a wholesale distributor of hardwood lumber & plywood as well as related specialty products. With twenty-three locations serving the eastern US and Caribbean markets, we are seeking a Paint Color Mix Specialist for our Millersburg, OH location. The primary objective is to complete and ship custom color match requests and standard color requests within two business days, following all procedures, ensuring proper documentation, and maintaining a clean workspace.

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 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
• Demonstrated 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

Employment offers are contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen, and providing documentation of legal right to work in the U.S.

Benefits

• Medical
• Employee assistance program
• Dental
• Vision
• Cancer coverage
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Long‑term disability (LTD)

Benefits become available the first of the month following completion of one month of continuous full‑time employment.

Pay

Salary range: $20.00‑$23.00 per hour.