Job Description:

• 1) Develops formulas for paper-coloring dye and prepares directions for mixing dye with pulp to produce colored paper to specifications or customer's sample: Determines composition of color sample, using spectrophotometer.

• 2) Mixes pulp with water, size, filler, and other ingredients to make sample furnish of type and quality of paper specified.

• 3) Weighs and mixes pigments to prepare dye, and mixes dye with furnish.

• 4) Pours furnish on screen to make handsheet sample.

• 5) Compares color of handsheet with color sample, visually or with spectrophotometer.

• 6) Calculates weights and proportions of pigments and other materials required to make production batch of dye and prepares formulas and mixing directions for COATING-MIXER TENDER.

• 7) Prepares directions for BEATER ENGINEER for mixing dye with furnish.

• 8) Prepares spectrophotometer charts on dye materials.

• 9) Observes procedures of production staff in mixing dye with furnish and reviews laboratory reports to investigate causes of substandard colored paper.

• 10) Consults with and advises production staff regarding technical problems in mixing colors and making colored paper to improve formulas and improve production methods.