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Vacancies Junior Color Specialist

AkzoNobel


Job Location:

Bengaluru - India

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 29 September 2026 (14 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792 weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.

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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
Key Activities
  • 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
Experience
  • 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 others perspectives

At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when our organization all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age or disability.

Requisition ID:54933


Required Experience:

Junior IC


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We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sik ... View more

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