Quality Control Technician

ACS Huthwaite UK Limited; Huthwaite; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Axalta Liquid Coatings Huthwaite Ltd. in Huthwaite, England, is recruiting a Quality Control Technician to oversee QC activities in the laboratory and ensure products meet specifications before batch release.

You will perform routine quality testing of materials, monitor calibration, investigate OOS results and customer complaints, and support continuous improvement initiatives within a safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Essential GCSEs including Maths, English and Science.
• Desirable HNC/HND or Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering or related.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems.
• Experience in manufacturing, coatings, chemical, automotive or aerospace quality environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine quality testing and inspection of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products in accordance with approved test methods and specifications.
• Evaluate colour, gloss, viscosity, density, appearance and application properties including salt spray test prior to batch release.
• Support batch adjustment recommendations based on laboratory test results.
• Maintain laboratory calibration schedules and equipment verification records.
• Investigate out-of-specification (OOS) results and support corrective actions.
• Investigate product defects, customer complaints, and internal quality incidents.
• Record and report test results accurately within laboratory and quality systems.
• Support retention sample management and product traceability requirements.
• Participate in waste reduction, right-first time, and process capability improvement throughput.
• Drive and maintain 5S activities within the laboratory, ensuring the workplace remains clean and compliant.
• Maintain safe storage and handling of highly flammable materials; ensure proper labeling and container compliance.
• Conduct or coordinate internal audits and corrective action required to assure processes meet Quality Management System requirements.

Skills

Quality control

Lab testing

ISO 9001 knowledge

Education

GCSEs including Maths, English and Science

HNC/HND or Degree in Chemistry or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.We are currently looking for a Quality Control Technician to join us at our facility in Huthwaite.Full-time · Permanent · Huthwaite Manufacturing Site1. About the RoleThe QC Technician is responsible for all aspects of QC within the Laboratory activities at Axalta Liquid Coatings Huthwaite Ltd. The QC chemist is to ensure that the customer receives products that meet the relevant specification.Activities include, overseeing the manufacture of paint and paint related products, analysis / testing of incoming raw materials and finished paint products, lab testing and analysis of non-conforming products.2. Key responsibilities:Perform routine quality testing and inspection of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products in accordance with approved test methods and specifications.Evaluate colour, gloss, viscosity, density, appearance, and application properties including salt spray test prior to batch release.Support batch adjustment recommendations based on laboratory test results.Maintain laboratory calibration schedules and equipment verification recordsInvestigate out-of-specification (OOS) results and support corrective actions.Investigate product defects, customer complaints, and internal quality incidents.Record and report test results accurately within laboratory and quality systems.Support retention sample management and product traceability requirements.Participate in waste reduction, right-first time, and process capability improvement throughput.Drive and maintain 5S activities within the laboratory, ensuring the workplace remains clean, orderly, and compliant with company standards always.Maintain safe storage and handling of highly flammable materials by ensuring inventory limits are not exceeded, all containers are properly labelled, and materials are stored in designated approved containers in compliance with safety standards.Conduct or coordinate internal audits and corrective action required to assure that all processes to meet the requirements of Quality Management System.3. Key requirements:EssentialGCSEs (or equivalent) including Mathematics, English, and Science.Experience within a manufacturing, coatings, chemical, automotive, Aerospace or quality environment.Knowledge of quality control testing and inspection techniques.Understanding of quality management systems.Competent in Microsoft Office applications.DesirableHNC/HND or Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, Aerospace or related discipline.Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems.Experience with QC testing of paint coating systems.Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.Our Company:Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.Recruitment Fraud Alert: We take candidate safety seriously. If you believe you’ve encountered a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent our company, please include a link or screenshot and report it to [e-mail].7 - Operatives (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America)