Quality Assurance (QA) Technician - Paint Manufacturing

Origin UK Operations and Origin Amenity; Rawtenstall; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Linemark is seeking a QA Technician to ensure paint and coating products meet quality standards by testing raw materials, in-process batches and finished goods. You will calibrate equipment, record data, and support ISO compliance while working with production, R&D and warehouse teams.

Candidates should have a chemistry or materials science background, strong attention to detail, and experience with SOPs and lab instrumentation. This role is based in the UK and involves on-site laboratory work.

Qualifications

• Background in chemistry, materials science, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Understanding of quality control and assurance principles.
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic IT skills (data entry, spreadsheets, lab systems).
• Experience in paint formulation/paint manufacture.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality control tests on raw materials, intermediates, and finished paint products.
• Conduct laboratory tests such as viscosity, density, gloss, colour matching, drying time, adhesion, and durability.
• Approve or reject batches based on test results and specifications.
• Monitor production processes to ensure consistency and quality standards are maintained.
• Accurately record test data and maintain quality documentation.
• Investigate and report non-conformances, defects, or deviations.
• Assist in handling complaints, root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Ensure compliance with internal quality systems and external standards (e.g., ISO).
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory testing equipment.
• Work closely with production, R&D, and warehouse teams to resolve quality issues.

Skills

Chemistry background

Attention to detail

Quality assurance knowledge

SOP compliance

Communication skills

Data entry / lab systems

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Viscometer

Spectrophotometer

Gloss meter

Microsoft D365

Job description

Over the past 20 years, Linemark has been a world leader, developing line-marking products for the largest distributor in the UK and currently exporting to 34 countries, worldwide - on 5 continents.

The QA Technician is responsible for ensuring that all paint and coating products meet established quality standards and specifications. This role involves testing raw materials, in-process batches, and finished products, as well as supporting compliance with safety, regulatory, and customer requirements.

Main Responsibilities:

• Perform quality control tests on raw materials, intermediates, and finished paint products
• Conduct laboratory tests such as viscosity, density, gloss, colour matching, drying time, adhesion, and durability
• Approve or reject batches based on test results and specifications
• Monitor production processes to ensure consistency and quality standards are maintained
• Accurately record test data and maintain quality documentation
• Investigate and report non-conformances, defects, or deviations
• Assist in handling complaints, root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Ensure compliance with internal quality systems and external standards (e.g., ISO)
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory testing equipment
• Work closely with production, R&D, and warehouse teams to resolve quality issues

Skills Required:

• Background in chemistry, materials science, or a related field
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Understanding of quality control and assurance principles
• Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Basic IT skills (data entry, spreadsheets, lab systems)
• Must have experience in paint formulating/paint manufacture
  

Desirable Skills:

• Experience in paint, coatings, or chemical manufacturing
• Familiarity with testing instruments (e.g., viscometer, spectrophotometer, gloss meter)
• Knowledge of quality standards such as ISO 9001
• Understanding of UK health and safety regulations (e.g., COSHH)
• Experience in Microsoft D365

It’s you we’re interested in

At Origin, we want everyone to have an equal opportunity to achieve their full potential. We positively encourage applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates, regardless of their gender, ethnicity, disability, age, sexuality, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy and maternity.

Having a diverse and inclusive business is vital for our future success and that’s why we treat all our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their background or any other protected characteristic.