Trainee Paint Technician

Job in Corby, Northamptonshire, NN171, England, UK

Listing for: Pertemps Northampton

Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-06-15

Job specializations:

Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Production, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 12.71 GBP Hourly GBP 12.71 HOUR

Trainee Paint Technician

Location: Corby, Northamptonshire
Salary: £12.71 per hour (negotiable depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Temp to Perm Opportunity

Working Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Occasional evenings and weekends required
30-minute unpaid lunch break plus two 15-minute paid tea breaks

About the Role
We are currently recruiting for a Trainee Paint Technician on behalf of a well-established and growing client within the coatings industry. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in a hands-on, technical role.
The successful candidate will be involved in colour matching and producing customer-specific coatings for a variety of materials including wood, plastic, and glass. This role requires precision, focus, and a strong understanding of mathematics.

Key Responsibilities

Mix, tint and adjust paints in line with customer specifications and internal formulas

Accurately follow processes and complete orders within required time frames

Maintain high standards of quality and attention to detail

Complete all mandatory training

Ensure work areas are clean, organised, and safe

Requirements

Good understanding of mathematics (essential)

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to lift up to 25kg independently

Good level of literacy and numeracy

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Strong work ethic and professional attitude

Basic IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office

Right to work in the UK

Please note: Numeracy and literacy testing will be conducted at interview stage.

What's on Offer

Competitive hourly rate with potential for negotiation based on experience

Temp to perm opportunity with long-term career prospects

Full training provided

Supportive working environment

Free on-site parking

If you are detail-oriented, mathematically minded, and looking to start a career in a technical production environment, we would love to hear from you.