Packaging Structure Color Specialist

NEW Full Time Location: Summit, NJ, hybrid, 2-3 days a week onsiteType: Ongoing contract opportunity; Part time or full time depending on skill setCompensation Range: $40-$60/hr W2, depending on experienceWe are seeking a detail-oriented Packaging Structure Color Specialist to own the end-to-end color matching process across our client's Skin Health brand portfolio. In this role, you will focus on achieving visual color cohesion across 3D structural packaging components-including plastic resins, caps, pumps, closures, and glass components. You will serve as the key bridge between Design vision and supplier manufacturing, taking ownership from initial target selection through final production approval.Responsibilities:Color Target Selection & Alignment: Collaborate with Design, Marketing, and Leadership to establish color targets for structural packaging (excluding paper cartons)-referencing brand swatches, PMS colors, competitive samples, or custom color house targets.Color House & Vendor Collaboration: Partner directly with color houses and component suppliers to initiate color matching for plastic resin masterbatches, glass coatings, caps, pumps, and closures.Sample Review & PCR Management: Evaluate physical color submissions (plaques, chips, molded components) against approved targets. Actively manage color variations and hazing caused by Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) resin content.On-Site Matching & Adjustments: Attend supplier color-matching sessions as needed to make real-time, on-site adjustments and expedite final approvals.Final Approval & Standard Distribution: Obtain leadership approval on matched colors and distribute official physical/digital color standards to packaging partners and manufacturing sites globally.Archive & System Maintenance: Maintain a centralized master tracking system and archive for all approved color standards, sample histories, visual tolerance limits, and supplier references.Light Production & Artwork Review: Perform basic artwork file checks and light adjustments in Adobe Illustrator to support color profiling and packaging evaluation.Qualifications:Degree in Packaging Engineering, Materials Science, or equivalent practical experience.Solid understanding of plastic resins, injection molding, glass coatings, component tolerances, and working with colorant houses (e.g., Avient, Ampacet).High adaptability and willingness to learn resin/molded plastic component color matching on the job.Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, specifically with the ability to adjust and manipulate packaging artwork files for mockups.JOBID: JN -072026-138547#LI-CELLA#LI-MN1#PLEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. About this company Cella is an award-winning leader in consulting, staffing and managed solutions for creative, marketing, digital and proposal development teams. Location/Region: Summit, NJ (07901) #J-18808-Ljbffr Cella Inc