Technical Paint Manufacturing Manager

System Recruitment Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading decorative paint manufacturer in Manchester is seeking an experienced Paint Manufacturing Manager to oversee product development, manage technical issues, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Candidates should have a background in decorative paints, strong leadership skills, and project management experience. The position offers a salary of £45,000 – £55,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven problem-solving skills covering technical, process, and manufacturing issues.
• Understanding of Point of Sale tinting, including machine, software, and colourant issues.
• Knowledge of legislation affecting the decorative market.

Responsibilities

• Launching new and innovative products into the decorative market.
• Health and Safety knowledge.
• Formulating techniques, including solvent-based and water-based technologies.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Project management experience.

Skills

Decorative Paint

Wall Covering

Manufacturing

Product Development

Education

NEBOSH Qualification (preferable)

Job description

Technical Paint Manufacturing Manager, Manchester

Client: System Recruitment Limited

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 2cd16eed1740

Job Views: 5

Posted: 12.08.2025

Expiry Date: 26.09.2025

Job Description:

A leading decorative paint and wall covering manufacturer has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Paint Manufacturing Manager to join their team in Manchester.

Key Skills: Decorative Paint, Wall Covering, Wallpaper, Manufacturing, Product Development

Salary: Circa £45,000 – £55,000 per annum (relocation package possible)

This is a demanding role requiring experience in the production and manufacturing of paint and wallpaper. As Paint Manufacturing Manager, your responsibilities will include:

1. Launching new and innovative products into the decorative market (product development)
2. Proven problem-solving skills covering technical, process, and manufacturing issues
3. Understanding of Point of Sale tinting, including machine, software, and colourant issues
4. Health and Safety knowledge, preferably with a qualification such as NEBOSH
5. Knowledge of legislation affecting the decorative market
6. Formulating techniques, including solvent-based and water-based technologies
7. Strong leadership and management skills
8. Project management experience

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