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About AkzoNobel Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today – while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.
Quality Control Technician AkzoNobel – Felling, Tyne & Wear Permanent Night Shift
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Job Purpose Join our Quality team in Felling as a Quality Control Technician, where you’ll support quality assurance processes, carry out product testing and help ensure our raw materials and finished goods meet the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
Test and release raw materials and finished products. Carry out manufacturing and filling sample testing. Record results accurately and maintain quality documentation. Support investigations into customer complaints and quality issues. Participate in audits and continuous improvement activities. Maintain QC areas and ensure compliance with site and laboratory procedures. Support the QC team with day-to-day activities.
What We’re Looking For
Previous experience in a quality control or laboratory environment. Experience within manufacturing, paint or coatings is desirable. Strong organisation skills with the ability to prioritise and multitask. Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively. A proactive approach with strong attention to detail. Ability to work independently and perform under pressure.
What Makes You Stand Out
Experience with resins, chemicals or coatings. A passion for quality, problem solving and continuous improvement. Commitment to safety, quality and sustainability.
What We Offer at AkzoNobel We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth, depth of scope and impact. Our benefits include:


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We’ve been inventing the future for more than two centuries and need people like you to be part of the team. Apply online via the link and we will get right back to you.
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© 2024 Akzo Nobel N.V. All rights reserved.At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment. For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.
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