Dearborn, MI, US
Position Description:
Color & Materials/Product Designer Studio Design Position that creates, coordinates and recommends annual interior and exterior color and trim programs.
Skills Required:
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Database - Other, Database Design, Plastic Materials, Materials Processing
Experience Required:
Minimum 4 years color and materials experience. Relevant or creative work experience includes trend forecasting, fashion, and/or interior design.
Proficient with Microsoft Office particularly Excel (Able to create/input into spreadsheets to assist in managing the flow of materials vs. timing)
Familiarity with Database inputs and macros.
Be knowledgeable in Color related processes as applied to automotive materials.(Paint, Plastic, Fabric, Graining Etc..)
Self Starter with great organizational skills.
Able to work independently without close supervision.
Process driven with experience creating new and aligning processes
Able to lift 30lbs.
Be color vision capable and able to distinguish slight color differences.
Familiarity or experience with a Gloss Meter, Spectrophotometer Light Room.
Automotive Color Harmony Experience a plus
Coordinating/Tracking Incoming and Outgoing Masters to Internal Personnel and Suppliers.
Track and Report out on Status of Design Related mastering items.
Coordinate globally with suppliers relating to Master Distribution
Analyze and Input into Global Data Base
Help to define and implement new global processes.
Certify incoming materials to meet necessary Color Quality Targets
Coordinate with External sources to deliver results and resolve any issues surrounding materials related to mastering and their delivery
Education Required:
Associate Degree
Use of AI Technology:
Unless expressly authorized in the interview/skill set validation instructions, candidates may not use AI tools or other third-party assistance during an interview or assessment to generate or provide substantive answers to interview questions. Candidates should answer organically in their own words, drawing on their own knowledge, skills, and experience. Failure to adhere to these expectations may result in the candidate being removed from consideration.
