Stain Formulation Specialist

Job Description

The Stain Formulation Specialist position at Wilsonart, located in Charleston, is responsible for making pre-booth quality checks of equipment, mixing paint and stains using MaestroHue, and performing other tasks as needed.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Perform pre-booth quality inspections of equipment to ensure optimal operation.
• Accurately mix paints and stains using MaestroHue and other approved tools or systems.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures when handling hazardous materials.
• Consistently meet daily production and quality targets to support site goals.
• Keep all work areas—including the paint mixing room, spray booth, and related equipment—clean, organized, and in proper working condition.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Perform pre-booth quality inspections of equipment to ensure optimal operation.
• Accurately mix paints and stains using MaestroHue and other approved tools or systems.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures when handling hazardous materials.
• Consistently meet daily production and quality targets to support site goals.
• Keep all work areas—including the paint mixing room, spray booth, and related equipment—clean, organized, and in proper working condition.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive understanding of safety standards and applicable regulations related to the work environment.
• Effective communication skills suited for a distribution or production setting.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic computer proficiency to perform standard work-related transactions.
• Basic to intermediate mathematical skills, including precise measurement and proportion calculations for mixing colors.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to match stains and paints accurately; must be able to pass a color vision test as required.
• Demonstrated aptitude for learning new processes, tools, and techniques.
• Prior warehouse experience preferred; flexibility to perform warehouse duties as business needs require.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: 1+ years’ experience working with mixing/matching stains and paints.

Physical Demands

• Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20-50lbs).