Colorist

The position is responsible for supporting Color approval work in Lab Dip/ Strike Off/ 1st Bulk/ Shade Band.He/she needs to work closely with internal partners- such as HK Color Team/ Raw Material Sourcing/ Sourcing team, external partner and fabric suppliers.
Authority to review color submissions
Operate Data Color Spectrophotometer (DC800/ DC1000) to take Spectro reading for single solid color
Operate Data Color Spectra Vision to take Spectro reading for multi-color print submission.
Understand Company expectation of color approval tolerance
Coach Vendor Mill Colorist to perform and achieve company’s expectation.
Provide guidance/ training to suppliers and mills to ensure they follow SOP and achieve color requirements.
Partner with Sourcing and Senior Colorists to problem solve when color issues arise
Understand and maintain color filing system, including submissions, strike offs, bulk production records.
Release color comment in system within specified timelines for development and bulk
Dispatch approval record to HK office or satellite offices
Monitor mills self-approval production colors. Provide audit report to Color Manager
Job Specification
University Graduate with major in Textile Technology or Textile Chemistry is preferred
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience approving colour
Solid technical knowledge on dyeing and print processing,print technique and limitation
Experience in fabric mills and well-know the production procedures
Fluent in English
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel (advanced)
Must pass Munsell Hue 100 Eye test: point 8 or below
Proven experience approving color
Well-organized, systematic, strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Willing to travel alone

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