QC / Technical Chemist

We are working with a leading manufacturer of premium decorative coatings to recruit a QC / Technical Chemist for their North West facility.This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on laboratory professional to join a well-established coatings manufacturer with a reputation for producing high-quality, technically advanced products. Reporting to the Lab RandD Manager, you will play a key role in quality control, technical problem-solving, batch release, and supporting manufacturing operations to ensure consistently high product standards.Key Responsibilities Carry out quality control testing on raw materials, colorants, in-process batches, and finished products against established specifications. Perform laboratory testing including viscosity, density, pH, opacity, gloss, colour, drying time, scrub resistance, adhesion, stability, and application assessments. Support batch approval and product release activities through accurate testing and result evaluation. Investigate quality, production, and customer-related technical issues, recommending corrective actions where required. Assist with colour matching, shade adjustment, tinting accuracy, and product consistency checks. Prepare laboratory samples, drawdowns, application panels, and performance trials. Maintain accurate quality records, specifications, test reports, and supporting documentation. Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure reliable and consistent testing. Work closely with Production, Technical, ..... full job details .....