Key Responsibilities:

1.Color Matching & Development.

Match shades as per customer-approved samples, standards, or Pantone references.
Develop new shades by mixing pigments, metallics, and pearls in inks as required for projects.
Maintain detailed records of shade formulations for repeatability.

2.Quality Assurance

Conduct visual and instrumental shade verification using light booths, spectrophotometers, or densitometers.
Ensure shade consistency across different batches and production runs.
Identify, analyze, and correct deviations in shade or ink performance.

3.Process Control

Work closely with production teams to ensure correct ink mixing and application.
Provide guidance to printing operators on handling inks for consistent shade output.
Standardize formulations and processes for scalability and efficiency.

4.Customer & Compliance

Ensure all shades meet customer requirements for durability, outdoor performance, and finish.
Collaborate with R&D or suppliers for new pigment/ink trials and testing.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Diploma/Degree in Printing Technology, Paints/Coatings, or related field.
Minimum 35 years Hands-on experience in working with metallic pigments, pearl pigments, solvent-based and UV inks shade matching for screen printing inks
Excellent visual color perception
Strong documentation and process-control mindset.
Ability to work cross-functionally with Production, QC, and R&D teams.
Good communication and problem-solving skills

Interested candidates can share their Resume to Anjana.Ramadasan@ext.saint-gobain.com or Whatsapp to 9187641597

Executive Ink Chemist