Job Description

Location: Omaha,Nebraska,United States

Richelieu is a leading North American distributor, importer, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products. Our products are targeted to an extensive customer base of kitchen and bathroom cabinet, storage and closet, home furnishing and office furniture manufacturers, door and window, residential and commercial woodworkers, and hardware retailers including renovation superstores. Richelieu offers customers a broad mix of high-end products sourced from manufacturers worldwide. With over 150,000 product offerings, 112 locations in North America, and a state-of-the-art field force that passionately serves over 110,000 customers, Richelieu continues to stand in the forefront of a dynamic and ever-changing industry.

Since 1968, Richelieu has understood the significance and impact of a strong set of Core Values. Richelieu stands behind these Five Core Values that serve as the guiding principles of everything we do: Customer Focus, Innovation, Performance, Respect/Integrity/Ethics, and Ownership.

These values are what allow us to achieve Our Mission: to enable our customers to profitably grow their businesses through the design and creation of exceptional kitchens, closets, and storage spaces.

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking an experienced Color Matcher (Tint Specialist) of wood finishings to join our team of professionals.

We work with ML Campbell stains and finish!

Being a member of the Richelieu team means that you are part of something bigger than just yourself. As a growing and winning international organization that places emphasis on its people and culture, its career development opportunities, and the realization that healthy living is in part achieved by the proper balance of work and home, we are excited to be a company that our employees are passionate about! More can be found out about us at Richelieu.com as well as Richelieu YouTube

Key Responsibilities

The Wood Coatings Color Matcher (Tint Specialist) will be responsible for the mixing and formulating of coatings and tints in order to protect/decorate surfaces using spray guns. He/she will also provide warehouse support when required, assisting warehouse management and staff in ensuring our customers receive an exceptional product and service.

• Mix and formulate coatings and tints to protect/decorate surfaces according to customer specifications
• Read job orders and inspect surfaces to determine procedures and materials required
• Answer technical lacquer inquiries from end user customers regarding Richelieu's finish products, systems and application techniques
• Maintain tools and equipment in proper working order
• Maintain a color match record keeping system
• Provide warehouse support when required, assisting with inventory management, shipping/receiving, forklift operation, etc.
• Provide support to customers when needed
• Work with other members of the distribution team to increase company profitability and overall customer satisfaction
• Position may require l ifting/pushing/carrying items up to 50 pounds, working around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals

What We Are Looking For

• Related experience in a similar position
• Must have an excellent “color eye” as determined by Farnsworth-Munsell test.
• Experience tinting paint, stains, and/or lacquer would be very helpful.
• Must be able to, or be willing to learn how to, operate a stand-up forklift
• Must have a strong work ethic and ability to work independently
• Must maintain an orderly work area, have good time management and organizational skills
• Must have a basic math aptitude and strong computer capability
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
• High school diploma required, 1 or more years of post high school studies preferred

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive market-based hourly rate
• Group insurance program (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, etc.)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan witih employer matching
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Paid vacation and holidays

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