Colour & Material Development Specialist (Polymer)

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize colour formulations using colour theory to achieve precise target shades.

• Perform colour matching across different polymer systems (e.g., PC, ABS, PP) while maintaining material properties.

• Operate colour spectrophotometer using SCI and SCE methods and interpret colour data (LAB, ΔE).

• Prepare clear and professional reports for customer review and internal documentation.

• Engage with customers to understand requirements and translate them into formulation solutions.

• Source and evaluate alternative raw materials based on cost, availability, and performance.

• Operate injection molding machines and extruders to produce test samples and colour plaques.

• Optimize processing parameters to ensure colour consistency and troubleshoot defects (e.g., streaking, degradation).

• Maintain proper documentation of formulations, trials, and processing conditions.
  

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field.

• Experience in colour matching, masterbatch, or polymer compounding is preferred.

• Hands-on experience with spectrophotometer (SCI/SCE) is required.

• Familiarity with injection molding and/or extrusion is strongly preferred.

• Basic programming skills (e.g., Python) are a plus

• Strong understanding of colour theory and practical matching techniques.

• Good problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to communicate with customers and internal stakeholders effectively.