Junior Color Specialist

AkzoNobel; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

AkzoNobel in Bengaluru, India, is seeking a Color Development Chemist with 1–4 years of experience in the color development domain. You will work on developing color formulations and interpreting color measurements using instrumentation and software, ensuring compliance with HSE standards.

The role requires strong knowledge of coatings chemistry, polymers, and colorimetry, plus excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Chemical Engineering or M.Sc. in Chemistry required.
• 1–4 years experience in Color Development domain.
• Basic knowledge of coatings chemistry/polymers/reaction mechanism.

Responsibilities

• Develop solid color formulations per priorities and use color measurements and software.
• Meet HSE rules and maintain safe work environment.
• Suggest improvements for methods, tools and software.
• Provide project support and mentor trainees and junior color matchers.

Skills

Color development

Colorimetry

Coatings chemistry

English communication

Teamwork

Education

BE/B.Tech (Chemical) or MSc Chemistry

Tools

Spectrophotometer

Color measurement software

Job description

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Date: Sep 16, 2026

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s 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. We’re 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. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

• 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.
• 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
• 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

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 applicable. In 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.