Roles and Responsibilities:
Formulation & Development:
Develop and modify paint formulations (water-based, solvent-based, emulsions, primers, etc.) as per company and client requirements.
Quality Control (QC):
Conduct raw material and finished product testing (viscosity, pH, density, gloss, adhesion, drying time, etc.) to ensure products meet quality standards.
Research & Testing:
Test new raw materials and additives; maintain detailed lab reports on experiments and trials.
Production Support:
Collaborate with the production team to scale lab formulations to plant level and resolve formulation or quality-related issues during production.
Documentation & Compliance:
Maintain documentation for formulations, test reports, batch records, MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets), and ensure compliance with industry safety and environmental standards.
Problem Solving:
Troubleshoot customer complaints and suggest corrective and preventive actions for paint defects like flaking, blistering, or color mismatches.