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Company Name : SRG
3142063770
£28000.00 - £34000.00 Annual
Permanent
Manchester, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Not stated on job
All healthcare
21-07-2026
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QC Chemist

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QC Chemist required on a permanent basis, based in the Greater Manchester. Requiring proven industrial experience within quality control (QC) testing with wet chemistry techniques, ideally within paints & coatings. A range of other industrial chemical QC experience can be considered.

Title: QC Chemist
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: 28,000 - 34,000 (dependent on experience)
Term: Permanent

SRG are working with a respected and well-established manufacturer of premium coating products. Renowned for high-quality formulations, expertise and product performance, they are now seeking to hire a QC Chemist to join their technical team in Greater Manchester. This role will be laboratory-based and hands-on, focusing on quality control (QC) testing, batch approval support and technical problem-solving across raw materials, intermediates and finished products. This represents an excellent opportunity for candidates with proven QC or technical laboratory experience within paints, coatings, chemicals or other related manufacturing environments within industrial chemicals.

Benefits: You will join a well-established and highly successful coatings manufacturer. 39 hours per week. 8:30am-5:00pm Mon-Thurs and 8:30am-4:00pm on Friday. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Role / Description

  • Perform quality control (QC) assessments on incoming raw materials, products in manufacture and finished goods to ensure compliance with established quality standards.
  • Undertake a variety of laboratory evaluations including colour, viscosity, density, pH, gloss, opacity, drying characteristics, adhesion, stability and application performance testing.
  • Contribute to batch release activities by interpreting test data, identifying deviations and highlighting any quality concerns requiring further investigation.
  • Support the investigation of manufacturing, product quality and customer-related issues, helping to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
  • Assist with colour verification, tint accuracy checks and shade correction activities to maintain consistency across product ranges.
  • Produce test panels, drawdowns and application samples to assess both the visual appearance and functional performance of coating products.
  • Ensure all laboratory results, quality records, specifications and supporting documentation are completed accurately and maintained in accordance with company procedures.
  • Carry out routine calibration, verification and upkeep of laboratory instruments to guarantee reliable and reproducible test results.
  • Liaise with colleagues across production, technical and commercial functions to support product quality objectives and continuous improvement projects.
  • Provide support with raw material assessments, competitor product reviews and formulation-related activities where required.

Requirements

  • Proven industrial experience within a QC, or analytical testing laboratory within the chemicals sector.
    • Experience gained within decorative paints, surface coatings, chemicals or a manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
  • A degree, HNC, HND or similar qualification in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline would be beneficial.
  • Practical understanding of paint and coatings testing methods including colour, viscosity, pH, density and applied coating performance.
  • Excellent attention to detail with strong documentation and record-keeping skills.
  • Ability to investigate technical and quality issues and provide practical solutions.
  • Good communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across technical and production teams.
  • Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and quality systems.
  • Full UK driving licence would be advantageous.

SRG is the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the scientific, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, energy & renewables, biotech, chemical and medical device sectors.

As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and our passion are second to none. It's this combination that makes us different. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent career opportunities of all levels for our candidates and a comprehensive range of expert strategic recruitment services for our clients.

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively please email a copy of your CV For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Chris on (phone number removed).

If you have a scientific background and this position is not relevant / suitable for you, please feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies.

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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