About This Role
This role involves conducting color matching and testing using a spectrophotometer, developing and adjusting color formulations, and evaluating raw materials and packaging. The position suits a chemist with a background in the paint industry or a related laboratory setting, who is meticulous and detail-oriented.
Responsibilities
- Conduct color testing and matching using a spectrophotometer to ensure color consistency with established standards
- Perform development, trials, evaluation, and adjustment of color formulations, and evaluate pigment and colorant performance according to specified requirements
- Evaluate alternative raw materials and formulations, especially pigments, to support product quality and consistency
- Test and evaluate raw materials and packaging materials according to applicable methods and specifications
- Maintain and update the color formulation database on the spectrophotometer and Microsoft Excel, and register FG Code and BOM tinting in the SAGE system
- Create sample panels as requested by Sales and Marketing, and support production trial activities and initial investigations into technical issues related to formulation or color
- Document and report testing results, laboratory trials, formulation evaluations, and product development accurately and systematically
- Control and maintain laboratory facilities and equipment to ensure availability and proper function
- Adhere to duty schedules, including laboratory cleanliness, waste disposal, key management, and ensuring the cleanliness and tidiness of the laboratory area
Requirements
- Minimum Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Chemical Analysis, or a relevant field
- Minimum 1 year of experience in the paint industry or a related laboratory; fresh graduates are welcome to apply
- Basic knowledge of color theory, pigments, colorants, and color formulation
- Understanding of basic color testing using a spectrophotometer and evaluation of color measurement results
- Able to operate Microsoft Excel for data processing and color formulation database management
- Possess analytical, problem-solving, meticulousness, and attention to detail skills
- Understanding of basic laboratory safety, chemical handling, and the application of 5R principles
Nice to have:
- Knowledge of tinting systems and color matching
- Experience using a spectrophotometer and ERP systems, especially SAGE
- Experience in creating panel samples and evaluating paint product colors
