A vacancy is now available for a Senior Laboratory Technician to join our Alkyd Quality Control Laboratory. This position offers a structured development pathway for the successful candidate, with the aim of progressing into an Assistant Manager role within the Alkyd Laboratory.
Overview of Role
Reporting to the Alkyd Laboratory Manager, the successful candidate will support production by ensuring all quality control testing is completed accurately, efficiently, and in line with agreed schedules.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Quality control testing of all paints to agreed specifications.
- Ensure all finished products meet required quality standards prior to release.
- Print, amend, issue, and manage batch sheets as required.
- Maintain compliance with ISO Quality Standards and internal quality systems.
- Maintain laboratory instruments, calibration records, and batch documentation.
- Colour matching and approval of paint batches using approved software.
- Support rework of quarantined or redundant stock.
- Carry out plant swabbing programmes and report the findings to the Colour Lab Manager
- Carry out and participate in internal audits and write up the reports.
- Adhere to Health & Safety, housekeeping, and hygiene standards.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills Required
Essential
- Experience in a paint, coatings, or chemical manufacturing environment.
- Good knowledge of paint systems and formulations.
- Confident decision-making and strong attention to detail.
- Good colour vision.
- Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office.
- Excellent record-keeping and communication skills.
- Ability to work and communicate effectively as part of a team.
Desirable
- Senior or supervisory laboratory experience.
- Competency in colour matching software.
- Experience working within ISO quality systems.
- Interest in career progression into quality management.
Development & Progression
Progression pathway to Alkyd QC Assistant Manager, to include formal reviews and structured training over a two-year period.
If interested, please provide a copy of your CV to Catrina in HR
Email: catrina.sharp@fleetwood.ie
Closing date for applications is Friday 6th February 2026
In accordance with company policy, the role will first be advertised internally and externally to identify the best candidate.