He/She develops and optimizes colors, usually based on customer samples, and establishes the formulas/compositions for the industrial production of dyes and colorings on various materials (fabric, leather, plastic, etc.). The finishing operator may dye the materials (skins, etc.), monitor dyeing parameters, conduct test prints, and track product inventory. He/She works in accordance with hygiene and safety regulations, environmental standards, and production requirements (cost, quality, deadlines, etc.), and may head up workplace team supervision and coordination.