Description:
The Tint-Cell Operator plays a vital role in the day-to-day production operations at PPG's Dubai plant. This hands-on role is responsible for the accurate blending, color matching, and quality control of paint batches in accordance with PPG's formulations, standards, and safety guidelines. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, technically skilled, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of product quality and workplace safety. This role operates within a structured production environment and requires both technical precision and a strong safety mindset.
Key Responsibilities
Blending & Production
- Charge, pour, and blend intermediates according to batch tickets using wall-mounted HSD, Drum Mixer, Fillon Pichon, Paint Shaker, and Weighing Scales in compliance with PPG SOPs.
- Fill approved batches per tolerance specifications, verifying that all product labels, batch numbers, manufacturing and expiry dates align with the work order.
- Manage paint inventory, track material usage, and accurately log formulas into batch tickets.
Color Matching & Quality Control
- Prepare and spray batch samples onto color matching panels; assess color accuracy against approved standards using a spectrophotometer and color correction software.
- Add colorants as needed to bring production batches into conformance, then measure and record gloss, specific gravity, and viscosity on the QC card prior to release.
Equipment Maintenance
- Operate, clean, and maintain all Blending and Tint Cell equipment — including spray guns, mixing machines, and computerized systems — at scheduled intervals and in accordance with PPG guidelines.
Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance
- Adhere to all life-critical rules, PPG safety regulations, and local regulatory requirements, including Bonding & Grounding procedures when handling flammable liquids.
- Maintain explosive-environment equipment standards, keep containers sealed, eliminate ignition sources, and dispose of hazardous waste and contaminated rags in designated fire-safe containers.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: High school diploma required; technical diploma or certification in chemistry, paint technology, or a related field preferred.
- Experience: 2–4 years in a paint blending, coatings manufacturing, or related production environment; experience in a hazardous materials setting is a strong advantage.
- Technical Skills: Hands-on knowledge of industrial blending equipment, spectrophotometer operation and color correction software, and the ability to read and interpret batch tickets, work orders, and SOPs.
- Safety Knowledge: Familiarity with flammable liquid handling, chemical waste disposal, and explosive environment safety standards.
- Attributes: Detail-oriented, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks within a structured shift environment; strong team communication skills.
- Language: English proficiency required; Arabic or additional languages are an advantage.