Paint Maker: Coatings Production Specialist

Merritt Recruitment; Colchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Merritt Recruitment is seeking a Paint Maker for a leading coatings manufacturer in the Colchester area. The role involves hands-on production, compounding raw materials, and producing high-quality paints and coatings to exact specifications.

You will operate specialist equipment, monitor processes, ensure safety and quality standards, and collaborate with production and technical teams. Relevant chemistry background and 2+ years of painting/chemical blending experience are essential.

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?

Responsibilities

• Mix raw materials including pigments, resins, solvents, and additives according to 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.
• 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.
• Adjust paint batches to achieve precise colour, gloss, opacity, and performance specifications.
• Utilise colour-matching systems where applicable.
• Conduct quality checks throughout manufacturing to ensure compliance with standards.
• Adhere to health, safety, environmental, and quality management procedures.
• Monitor stock levels and report shortages; complete batch records and production documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and productivity.

Skills

Paint production

Quality control

Colour matching

Hazardous materials handling

Equipment operation

Education

A-Level in Chemistry

Tools

Color-matching software

Job description

Merritt Recruitment is seeking a Paint Maker for a leading coatings manufacturer in the Colchester area. The role involves hands-on production, compounding raw materials, and producing high-quality paints and coatings to exact specifications.

You will operate specialist equipment, monitor processes, ensure safety and quality standards, and collaborate with production and technical teams. Relevant chemistry background and 2+ years of painting/chemical blending experience are essential.