At a Glance
- Tasks: Create high-quality paints and coatings using specialist equipment and precise formulations.
- Company: Leading manufacturer in the coatings industry with a focus on innovation and quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Exciting growth opportunities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in a thriving sector.
- Qualifications: Experience in paint production or large-scale mixing; A-Level in Chemistry preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 32773 £ per year.
Our client is a leading manufacturer in the coatings industry, known for developing innovative, high-performance products for decorative, industrial, marine, and protective applications. With a reputation for technical excellence and continuous investment in manufacturing and product development, they are experiencing exciting growth.
They are now seeking a hands-on Paint Maker to join their production team and play a key role in delivering high-quality coatings. If you have experience in large-scale mixing, blending, or dispersion within paints, inks, adhesives, chemicals, or cosmetics, your skills could be a perfect fit. This is an excellent opportunity to work with specialist equipment, expand your technical expertise, and develop your career within a forward-thinking organisation. Join a business that values quality, innovation, and the people who make it happen.
Responsibilities:
- As a Paint Maker, you will be responsible for compounding raw materials and producing high-quality paints and coatings in line with precise specifications.
- You will work closely with production and technical teams, operating specialist machinery, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring all products meet customer and business requirements.
Paint Production & Blending
- Mix raw materials including pigments, resins, solvents, and additives according to detailed formulations and batch specifications.
- Monitor and control mixing processes to ensure consistent product quality.
- Assist in scaling formulations from laboratory to production batches where required.
Equipment Operation & Maintenance
- Operate industrial mixing, grinding, milling, and dispersion equipment safely and efficiently.
- Carry out routine equipment checks and basic maintenance.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to machinery performance and production processes.
Colour Matching & Quality Control
- Adjust paint batches to achieve precise colour, gloss, opacity, and performance specifications.
- Utilise manual and computerised colour-matching systems where applicable.
- Conduct quality checks throughout the manufacturing process to ensure compliance with company standards.
Health, Safety & Compliance
- Adhere to all health, safety, environmental, and quality management procedures.
- Handle hazardous materials safely and responsibly.
- Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
Inventory & Production Support
- Monitor stock levels of raw materials and report shortages to relevant departments.
- Accurately complete batch records and production documentation.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing efficiency, quality, and productivity.
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be a hands-on manufacturing professional with experience in paint production, coatings, or chemical blending environments.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
- A-Level in Chemistry, relevant technical qualification, or equivalent.
- Minimum of 2 years' experience in a manufacturing environment as a Paint Maker, Paint Technician, Chemical Mixer, Coatings Technician, or similar role.
- Good understanding of paint chemistry, raw materials, and coating characteristics.
- Experience operating industrial mixers, blenders, mills, and dispensing equipment.
- Strong attention to detail with excellent colour perception and visual accuracy.
- Ability to follow formulations and technical instructions precisely.
- Good problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve production issues efficiently.
- Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.
- Right to work in the UK, Sponsorship is not available.
Desirable
- Higher education qualification in Chemistry, Materials Science, Coatings Technology, or a related discipline.
- Experience working with decorative, industrial, marine, or protective coatings.
- Knowledge of colour-matching software and quality control procedures.
Whether you're already working in paints and coatings or have experience with large-scale mixing and dispersion in industries such as inks, adhesives, chemicals, coatings or cosmetics, this is a fantastic opportunity to transfer your skills into a thriving sector. You'll work with specialist equipment, manufacture high-quality products, and build your career with a company that values expertise, development, and continuous improvement.
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, take pride in producing quality products, and want to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, we'd love to hear from you.
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