Color Center Analyst

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
 

Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.
 

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Coöperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter
 

COLOR CENTER ANALYST (Monterrey, MX-Onsite) 

Our Color Center Analyst will be responsible for formulating customer-requested colors using Ink Formulation software, managing color databases, and verifying the proper functioning of measurement equipment. Additionally, this role will conduct audits to optimize color management processes, plan and monitor SCB projects, provide internal and external technical training, and coordinate the purchase, repair, and certification of Color Center equipment. The role will also ensure compliance with Sun Chemical’s policies and ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards, guaranteeing quality, best practices, and environmental care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create databases according to the assortment SOP guidelines.
• Formulate customer-requested colors using Ink Formulation software.
• Ensure colors meet customer-established parameters.
• Verify the proper functioning of Exact equipment following profiling instructions.
• Obtain profiling certificates to validate accurate results.
• Plan activities and timelines for SCB projects using Gantt charts.
• Conduct on-site audits to define the scope of Sun Color Box projects.
• Identify Pantones, structures, and processes to optimize the customer’s color palette.
• Provide internal and client consulting on color management and continuous improvement.
• Train technical specialists on the proper use of measurement and laboratory printing equipment.
• Implement and monitor SCB projects based on agreed objectives.
• Coordinate the purchase, repair, and certification of spectrodensitometers for the Color Center.
• Validate the performance of Color Center equipment through biannual inspections.
• Comply with Sun Chemical, SGC, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 procedures.
• Ensure quality, best practices, and environmental sustainability.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Industrial Engineering, Graphic Design, or Graphic Arts.
• 6 months to 1 year of experience in similar positions.
• Required industry experience: Graphic Arts, Inks, Packaging, Pigments.
• Basic English proficiency.

Skills:

• Technical knowledge: Color theory, basic knowledge of inks, printing systems, project management, and color matching.
• Proficiency in management tools, spectrophotometers, Exact Manager, and NetProfiler.
• Experience with formulation software such as IFS, Autura, and quality control tools like Color iControl and ColorCert.
• Experience using laboratory printing equipment like IGT, RK, Harper QD, as well as lab instruments like balances, timers, and cups.
• Strong visual acuity to detect subtle differences in shades, brightness, and saturation.
• Teamwork skills.
• Decision-making abilities.
• Integrity and adherence to procedures and standards.

BENEFITS

We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k)+match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

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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