Neha Kadam
@nehakadam
Technical R&D and shade-matching chemist with 12 years' experience bridging lab development to commercial coatings.
What I'm looking for
I’m a result-oriented Technical Service & Development chemist with 12 years of experience in R&D, New Product Development (NPD), shade matching, and Technical Services across CED, Coil, Wood, Architectural, and Industrial coatings. I build strong connections between laboratory development and real-world commercial performance through hands-on technical support and collaborative problem-solving.
In my current role at Allnex Resins India Pvt Ltd, I deliver technical visits and customer training, partner with sales and CRM teams to resolve complex technical issues, and support product selection with practical guidance. I also manage application parameters for new resins and additives, including CED, Coil, and Industrial coatings—so projects move smoothly from concept to application.
Previously at Behr Process Paint India Pvt Ltd, I led NPD for interior and exterior architectural coatings, drove process improvement, and maintained project databases in coordination with US counterparts to align global standards. I executed batch processing and performance testing, including exterior weathering impact analysis, and led stewardship projects to optimize and troubleshoot production batches.
I bring deep color science to every engagement, including advanced shade matching, color theory, and spectrophotometer analysis (hardware & software). I also support quality and compliance as an internal auditor aligned to ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and ISO 9001:2015—ensuring solutions are technically sound, safe, and consistently reproducible.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Sr Technical Service Chemist
Allnex Resins India Pvt Ltd
Jul 2023 - Present (2 years 11 months)
Provided hands-on technical training and conducted customer visits to support diverse coating applications. Collaborated with sales/CRM to resolve technical issues, optimize CED/coil/industrial coating parameters, and deliver troubleshooting and project reports.
R&D Chemist
Esdee Paints Limited
Formulated solvent-based paints and wood coatings and adjusted industrial coating shades to meet product requirements. Conducted raw material analysis and quality control testing to support lab performance and product quality.
Color Coordinator
Arrov Refinish System (Valspar)
Managed OEM shade matching and delivered specialized product training sessions to support color requirements. Audited and maintained a market shade/formulation database to ensure color consistency and documentation accuracy.
Sr Lab Technician
Behr Process Paint India Pvt Ltd
Led new product development for architectural coatings, focusing on process improvement for interior and exterior applications. Managed project databases and performed batch processing, performance testing, and stewardship troubleshooting including weathering impact analysis.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Garware Institute of Career Education and Development
Diploma in Paint Technology, Paint Technology
Completed a Diploma in Paint Technology in Mumbai. Built technical knowledge relevant to paint formulation and application.
Advance Paints Ltd.
In-Plant Training, Manufacturing & Testing
Completed 3 months of in-plant training focused on manufacturing and testing activities. Gained hands-on exposure to production and quality-related processes.
Valspar Automotive
In-Plant Training, Shade Matching & Market Coordination
Completed 6 months of in-plant training focused on shade matching and market coordination. Developed practical experience supporting color/shade consistency for automotive needs.
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