Chemical Engineer (Paints)

To develop, manufacture, and improve paint and coating products by applying chemical engineering principles, ensuring consistent quality, cost efficiency, safety compliance, and process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production & Process Control

• Monitor and control paint manufacturing processes including mixing, dispersion, grinding, thinning, and filling.
• Ensure adherence to formulation recipes, batch sheets, and SOPs.
• Optimize production parameters to improve yield, consistency, and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot production issues related to viscosity, shade variation, drying time, adhesion, and defects.

2. Formulation & Product Development

• Develop and modify formulations for emulsion paints, enamel paints, primers, varnishes, and industrial coatings.
• Select and evaluate raw materials such as resins, pigments, solvents, additives, and fillers.
• Conduct lab trials and scale-up from laboratory to production level.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives through alternative raw materials without compromising quality.

3. Quality Assurance & Testing

• Perform and oversee quality tests such as:
• Viscosity
• Gloss
• Shade matching
• Adhesion
• Drying time
• Coverage & durability
• Ensure compliance with ISO standards, customer specifications, and internal quality benchmarks.
• Maintain batch records, COAs, and quality reports.

4. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Ensure safe handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals and solvents.
• Implement and follow HSE policies, MSDS guidelines, and statutory regulations.
• Participate in safety audits and risk assessments.
• Promote environmentally compliant practices (VOC control, waste reduction).

5. Equipment & Maintenance Coordination

• Coordinate with maintenance teams for upkeep of mixers, dispersers, bead mills, reactors, and filling machines.
• Ensure calibration of lab and production equipment.
• Support commissioning of new machinery or process modifications.

6. Documentation & Compliance

• Prepare and maintain SOPs, batch manufacturing records (BMRs), and technical documentation.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with local regulatory bodies and industry standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 2–5 years of experience in paint, coatings, or chemical manufacturing industry.
• Fresh graduates with strong internships in paint/coatings may also be considered.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of paint chemistry and coating technologies.
• Knowledge of resins, pigments, solvents, and additives.
• Hands-on experience with production equipment and lab testing.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with ISO, HSE, and GMP practices.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and basic reporting tools.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• paint industry: 2 years (Preferred)

Location:

• Sialkot (Required)

Work Location: In person