Senior Paint Laboratory Technician

Caterpillar

Desford, Leicestershire, GB
Base: £35,247 rising to £39,000 after metrics met;...
Paint process monitoring
Laboratory testing of tank samples
Chemical dosing adjustments
As a Paint Laboratory Technician at Caterpillar, you will be responsible for controlling and monitoring all paint plant processes within the Building Construction Products Paint Plant

Job Summary

  • As a Paint Laboratory Technician at Caterpillar, you will be responsible for controlling and monitoring all paint plant processes within the Building Construction Products Paint Plant.
  • The role offers a competitive salary package with shift allowances, 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, bonus, share scheme, contributory pension scheme, free car parking, and access to the Caterpillar Advantage website.
  • Caterpillar is committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment and provides helpful training, relatable mentors, global experience, and growth opportunities.

Matching Summary

As a Paint Laboratory Technician at Caterpillar, you will be responsible for controlling and monitoring all paint plant processes within the Building Construction Products Paint Plant.

Salary

Base: £35,247 rising to £39,000 after metrics met; Bonus/Equity: Bonus, Share Scheme (50% Company Matched); Benefits: 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, Contributory Pension Scheme, Free Car Parking

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Paint process monitoring
  • Laboratory testing of tank samples
  • Chemical dosing adjustments
  • Process equipment monitoring
  • Preventative maintenance tasks
  • Data recording and statistical analysis
  • Forklift truck operation

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Basic PC literacy with Word, Excel, PowerPoint
  • High initiative and self-motivation
  • Decision making confidence

Key Requirements

  • Experience in industrial paint processes
  • Experience in paint laboratory for pre-treatment or electro-deposition lines
  • Experience with wet and powder paint techniques
  • Current forklift truck licence

Work Rights

Not specified

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