Color Paste Maker (Dyeing)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
The color paste maker (dyeing) manufactures and adjusts color paste (a liquid mixture of dyes and thickeners) used in dyeing fiber products to achieve uniform dyeing.
Description
Color paste makers are specialists who formulate and adjust color paste used in the dyeing process of fiber products. They weigh dyes, thickeners, and auxiliaries, mix and heat them using agitators, and measure and inspect viscosity, concentration, pH, and hue. They perform quality control using spectrophotometers and viscometers, conduct dyeing tests on prototypes, record data, manage traceability, and comply with safety and health procedures. While following standard formulation recipes, they make fine adjustments according to dyeing specifications to prevent color unevenness or color discrepancies in subsequent processes.
Future Outlook
With growing attention to environmentally friendly dyes and sustainable manufacturing methods, automation and labor-saving advancements in color paste formulation technology are progressing. However, demand for specialized technicians in quality control and new formulation development is expected to continue.
Personality Traits
Excellent Observation Skills / Good Team Player / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Manufacturing Assistant → Color Paste Maker → Manufacturing Supervisor → Production Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
Mixing and Stirring Techniques / Raw Material Weighing and Measurement Management / Spectrophotometer Operation / Viscosity Measurement and Control / pH and Temperature Management
Recommended Skills
Chemical Analysis Techniques / Data Analysis / Safety and Health Knowledge / Traceability Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High precision is required for fine adjustments in color tone and viscosity. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Frequent handling of heavy raw materials and prolonged standing work. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Color paste making is carried out based on existing formulations, with little need for creative ideas. |
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