Paint Chemist

Location North West
Discipline: Coatings
Job type: Chemist
Salary: £From 30k+ & Benefits
Contact name: Amber Alexander

Contact email: amber@merrittrecruitment.com
Job ref: 319
Published: 3 months ago

​Location: Manchester

Are you a creative chemist who loves colour and formulation? We have a exciting role with an innovative paint manufacturer celebrated for their commitment to both quality and sustainability. Their high-performance paints are renowned for their stunning depth of colour, with undertones that subtly shift in different lights, adding unique character and sophistication to any space.

Now, they're searching for a talented Paint Chemist to join their team in the NorthWest. This is a chance to work with a company that’s as dedicated to innovation and environmental responsibility as they are to creating beautiful, high-quality products. Reporting to the Technical Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their product range through research, development, and problem-solving. Colour matching experience and knowledge of Colour Physics would be very useful.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive innovation by developing and testing new formulations, taking them from laboratory trials through to full-scale production.

  • Bring your expertise to improving existing products and processes, ensuring consistent quality and performance.

  • Work hands-on with cutting-edge R&D, exploring the latest materials and technologies in surface coatings.

  • Collaborate across teams, helping to resolve technical challenges in production, laboratory, and field environments.

  • Influence the market by analysing competitors’ products and continuously improving the company’s offerings.

Candidate Profile:

  • A strong background in surface coatings, ideally in decorative paints.

  • A degree or higher qualification in science (HNC or relevant experience also considered).

  • Experience in problem-solving within the coatings industry, with a passion for driving innovation.

  • You must have the right to work in the UK, sponsorship is not available.

  • Colour matching and quality control of colour would be an advantage.

This role offers the unique opportunity to contribute to the creation of paints that are not only aesthetically captivating but also environmentally responsible.

If you’re an experienced Paint Chemist with a love for colour, innovation, and sustainability, we’d love to hear from you!