Junior Specialist CDC

Job Purpose -

• Development of Color formulations for the International A&SC BU Global market.
• To undertake projects in Color Development Centre with creative & innovative ideas

Role & responsibilities -

• Approved MM/NS formula: Develops solid color formulas independently, and effects after approval of a senior color specialist. Interprets intermediate results from color measurements, formula calculations and sprayed formula. Use instrumental techniques and available software. Determines
• effect pigments used in colors (microscopic evaluations). Develop colors according set priorities
• HSE rules: Meets precautionary measures in business proceedings where risks are present
• regarding HSE&S aspects. Contribute towards safe work environment by adhering to safe work
• practices in line with Corporate HSE&S directives & guidelines in order to build work culture driven
• by safety consciousness.
• Improvement proposal: Suggests improvements for methods, tools and software.
• Quality: Is responsible for the correctness of the delivered formula (technical, visual and measured
• requirements), the use of calibrated tools. Works in accordance with HSE regulations. Calibrates
• tools in accordance with procedures. All development activities should be executed according the
• latest procedures and methods of the color Quality Manual. Takes responsibility for the
• quality/efficiency of the (internal) work flow, e.g. stocks monitoring of (non-)paint, timely calibration,
• priority setting of work packages.
• Reported state of work: Reports the progress status of color formula in development for own.
• Handles Troy complaint FD activities
• Gives project support & also Mentor trainees and junior color matchers

Preferred candidate profile

• B. E., B. Tech (Chemical) or M. Sc. (Chemistry)
• 1 - 4 years experience in Color Development domain
• Basic knowledge of coatings chemistry/polymers/reaction mechanism
• In-depth knowledge of the color process
• Knowledge of colorimetry, paint products
• Certification: Color matcher C or B
• Adhering to professionalism & organization specific code of business conduct
• Work Schedule Planning and Time Management
• Hands on experience in various paints & coatings & product lines
• Proactive, Quick learner, Self Motivated, Passionate to learn & deliver results on time
• Results oriented with excellent drive & commitment to accomplish
• Excellent in Multi-tasking & flexi-orientation & ability to work under pressure
• An eye for detail & problem solving & root cause analysis approach
• Creative / Innovative thinking through out of box’ thinking approach
• Excellent English communication skills are a MUST - effective email, telephonic communication and document writing skills with good business etiquettes.
• Team work – gel well with people in terms of contributing & generating new ideas & understanding the other’s perspectives