Colour Development Assistant Chemist

R&D / Science / Research

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Job Description

VACANCY

Colour Development Assistant Chemist

Location: Panadura, Sri Lanka

Employment Type: Full-time

Join Multilac, a leading name in the coatings and manufacturing industry, recognized for innovation, quality, and excellence across both local and international markets. We are looking for a dynamic Colour Development Assistant Chemist to support colour matching, lab trials, and shade approvals, enhancing product accuracy and consistency across local and international markets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in developing and matching new paint colours per customer, market, and product requirements.
  • Prepare lab-scale colour samples, bases, and colourant formulations using spectrophotometers and colour measurement systems.
  • Perform colour evaluations (L*a*b*, ΔE, tinting strength, mass tone, reduction tone) and assist with colour corrections.
  • Maintain colour standards, master panels, formulas, and databases; conduct stability, compatibility, and performance testing.
  • Troubleshoot colour-related complaints (mismatch, hue/strength variation, settling, separation, dispensing issues).
  • Collaborate with R&D, QC, Production, Technical Service, and Sales/Marketing teams while following SOPs, safety, and quality standards.

Requirements:

  • Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Applied Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Paint Technology, or a related field.
  • Previous experience in paint, coatings, colour development, tinting systems, or a related laboratory environment is preferred.
  • Basic knowledge of colour science and paint formulation.
  • Familiarity with spectrophotometers and colour measurement systems is an advantage.

Apply Now:

Send your CV to [email protected] within 14 days, with the subject line Colour Development Assistant Chemist

Manager - HR & Admin
Macksons Paints Lanka (Pvt.) Ltd
No. 78, Diggala Road, Keselwatte, Panadura.