Quality is central to every product we manufacture and to the confidence our customers place in Dacrylate. We are looking for a Quality Control Technician to help ensure products meet specification and are supported by accurate, traceable test records. This is a hands-on role for someone who is methodical, attentive to detail and confident raising concerns when standards are not met.
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Key expectations
Working closely with Technical, Production and Procurement colleagues, you will be expected to:
Test production batches using approved methods and assess results against specification.
Maintain accurate, complete and traceable quality records.
Identify out-of-specification results and follow the appropriate hold, escalation and release procedures.
Support approved batch corrections, quality investigations and corrective actions with reliable test data.
Recognise trends, anomalies and recurring variation that may affect product consistency.
Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration records and safe working practices.
Work constructively across departments and contribute to continuous improvement.
What we are looking for
You should bring a disciplined, quality-focused approach and be comfortable working with data, documented procedures and colleagues across the business.
Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accurate, consistent work.
Ability to follow procedures and maintain complete, traceable records.
Sound numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Confidence to identify deviations, ask questions and escalate concerns appropriately.
Clear written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to organise priorities without compromising quality or safety.
Good computer skills, including Excel or similar data-recording systems.
Desirable knowledge and experience
Experience in quality control, laboratory testing, manufacturing or a documented quality system would be advantageous. Knowledge of any of the following would also be useful, although training will be provided:
ISO 9001 quality management systems
Instrument calibration and laboratory equipment
Manufacturing quality processes
Paints, coatings or chemical manufacturing
Quality investigations and root-cause analysis
Paint industry experience is not essential, and recent graduates are encouraged to apply. We welcome applicants from manufacturing, laboratory and technical backgrounds who can demonstrate the required skills and behaviours, particularly those who enjoy practical, hands-on laboratory work and are keen to apply their scientific knowledge in an industrial environment. This role provides valuable industry experience and the opportunity to develop a rewarding long-term career in the coatings industry.
What you can expect from Dacrylate
You will join a business where quality findings influence decisions and contribute directly to product consistency and customer confidence. You will be encouraged to raise issues and suggest improvements, with support to develop your technical knowledge, quality expertise and understanding of our products and processes.
Package
Dependent upon experience
25 days' annually, plus 8 bank holidays
Workplace pension scheme with employer contributions, in accordance with statutory eligibility and automatic enrolment requirements
Dacrylate welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please let us know if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process.
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