Overview
Paint Colour Matcher and Tinting Specialist Jobs in Centurion at RICH PAINTS
Company: Rich Paints
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
YOU WILL WORK AT OUR FACTORY IN CENTURION. THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION.
JOB PURPOSE
Rich Paints is looking for an experienced Paint Colour Matcher and Tinting Specialist.
The successful candidate will match paint colours accurately, prepare tinted paint orders, operate a manual tinting machine, and assist customers with colour and product selection.
This role requires strong colour knowledge, attention to detail, and good customer service skills.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Experience in paint colour matching and paint tinting
- Ability to operate a manual paint tinting machine
- Ability to match colours using colour cards, physical samples, and customer references
- Knowledge of colour theory and colour mixing
- Knowledge of paint products, finishes, bases, and colourants
- Ability to calculate and record colour formulations accurately
- Basic sales and customer service experience
- Ability to work under pressure and meet customer deadlines
- Previous experience in a paint shop, hardware store, or paint manufacturing environment will be an advantage
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Match paint colours according to customer samples and requirements
- Operate the manual tinting machine safely and accurately
- Measure and dispense colourants according to approved formulations
- Adjust colours until the required shade is achieved
- Prepare test samples before tinting full paint quantities
- Keep accurate records of colour formulas for repeat orders
- Check tinted paint before handing it over to the customer
- Assist customers with colour selection, paint finishes, and product recommendations
- Explain the difference between pastel, deep, and clear bases
- Support the sales team with technical paint and colour advice
- Maintain cleanliness in the tinting and colour-matching area
- Clean tinting equipment, tools, and containers after use
- Monitor colourant stock and report shortages
- Ensure colourants and paint bases are stored correctly
- Reduce colour-matching errors, wastage, and customer returns
- Follow all health, safety, and quality procedures
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
- Excellent colour recognition
- Strong attention to detail
- Good communication and listening skills
- Good numerical and measuring skills
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Patience when making colour adjustments
- Good time management
- Honest and reliable
- Customer-focused
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must submit:
- An updated CV
- Copies of relevant qualifications or training certificates, where available
- Contactable references
- Details of previous paint colour-matching and tinting experience
Applicants must be available to work full-time at the Rich Paints factory in Centurion.
Pay: R6 532,04 – R12 000,00 per month
Work Location: In person
Title: Paint Colour Matcher and Tinting Specialist
Company: RICH PAINTS
Location: Centurion
