RnD Manager / Head - Plastic Masterbatch 2.

2.0 - 7.0 years

5 - 10 Lacs

Vapi, Sarigam

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Key Responsibilities : - Lead development of customized colour masterbatches as per RAL/Pantone standards Manage lab operations, shade matching, and pigment dispersion Supervise team and ensure timely project delivery Drive innovation and cost-effective formulations Handle lab-to-production scale-up and technical trials Coordinate with sales and clients for shade approvals and support Ensure compliance with ISO, ROHS, and food-grade norms Maintain formulation records and technical documentation Collaborate with production, QC, and purchase teams for smooth operations Stay updated on raw materials, technologies, and market trends Desired Candidate Profile: Plastic Masterbatch Industry Commitment : - Demonstrates strong work ethic with consistent attendance and punctuality. Willing to go the extra mile to meet production, R&D, or client delivery timelines. Takes ownership of tasks and follows through with minimal supervision. Displays long-term vision and loyalty toward organizational growth. Adapts quickly to factory culture and complies with safety and quality systems. Calibre : - Sound technical knowledge of polymer processing, pigment dispersion, and compounding. Skilled in problem-solving during production and formulation challenges. Hands-on experience with twin-screw extruders, lab testing (MFI, Color Matching, etc.). Strong analytical ability and attention to detail in formulation optimization. Capable of working in cross-functional teams (R&D, QC, Production, Marketing). Educational background in Polymer Science / Chemical Engineering preferred. Qualification : - Experienced leader in colour masterbatch development with deep expertise in pigment dispersion, polymer compatibility, and precision color matching. Skilled in managing lab teams, developing customized solutions for diverse plastic applications, and scaling formulations from lab to production. Proven track record of innovation, customer collaboration, and maintaining global color standards (RAL, Pantone). Required Skill Set : - Colour Masterbatch Pigment Dispersion Color Matching Spectrophotometer (X-Rite / Datacolor) RAL / Pantone / NCS Standards Polymer Compatibility Carrier Resin Selection Additive Masterbatch Polyolefins (PP, PE), PET, PS, ABS, TPE Shade Development Opacity / Transparency Control UV Stability Light Fastness Migration Resistance Film / Molding / Fiber Applications Formulation Scale-up Design of Experiments (DOE) R&D Project Management Product Innovation Cost Optimization Technical Troubleshooting Quality Control (QC) ISO Standards / REACH / ROHS Team Leadership Client Technical Support Lab-to-Production Transfer New Product Development (NPD) Location : - Sarigam,Vapi Candidates Location : - Sarigam or Nearby

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