Colour Matcher

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out colour matching to specific customer standards and print requirements, following training and established procedures.
• Perform visual and practical analysis of colour measurement results and data.
• Use a range of colour measurement devices, software and laboratory proofing equipment safely and effectively.
• Prepare laboratory proofs across different substrates, ink technologies and equipment.
• Calculate blended formulations and prepare bespoke formulations in line with enquiry specifications.
• Create products and maintain relevant product information using SAP and other platforms.
• Accurately record, validate, and maintain data across multiple systems and platforms, ensuring information is complete, correct, and entered in a timely manner.
• Provide technical support and act as a primary point of contact for colour-related matters between internal teams, field-based colleagues and customers.
• Maintain a safety-first mindset in all activities, following company procedures, using equipment safely and contributing to our established positive and proactive safety culture.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Secondary education, including Grade 4/ C or above in Maths and English.
• Sound colour vision, subject to testing.
• Ability to work confidently with numerical data and follow established processes and procedures.
• Competent user of Microsoft operating systems and Office applications.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a range of colleagues.

Desirable, but not essential:

• Previous experience in colour matching or colour measurement.
• Experience working with inks, coatings, printing or related manufacturing environments.
• Experience using SAP, SunMatch or similar business/technical applications.
• Experience using laboratory equipment or colour measurement devices.
• Knowledge of ink technologies, substrates or printing processes.

Most importantly, we're looking for the right person. If you have a technical mindset, good attention to detail and are enthusiastic about learning, we want to hear from you. We'll provide the training, support and hands-on experience needed to build your knowledge and succeed within the role.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global industry leader and develop specialist technical skills in a unique field.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop specialist technical knowledge within the Colour Services function, with comprehensive training provided to help you build your skills in colour matching, formulation, laboratory proofing, product development and customer support.

You will gain exposure to a range of colour measurement equipment, ink technologies, substrates and technical systems, while working alongside experienced colleagues across the business.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is Sun’s policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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