Colour Laboratory Technician / Colourist
| Posting date: | 12 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £14 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 March 2026 |
| Location: | M26 1WE |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 73504-64706 |
Summary
Colour Laboratory Technician / Colourist - Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm
Location: Radcliffe
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm
Type: Full-time, permanent
Sector: Colour matching / product development / manufacturing
About the Role
A well-established manufacturer in Radcliffe is looking to add a Colour Laboratory Technician / Colourist to their technical team. This role is ideal for someone with an eye for colour accuracy, hands-on lab experience, and an interest in supporting product development.
You will work within a dedicated lab environment, preparing samples, matching colours, creating swatches, and supporting the development of new and existing products.
Key Responsibilities
• Prepare and test colour samples to meet customer and production requirements
• Accurately colour‑match using lab equipment and visual assessment
• Create, label, and maintain swatches and shade cards
• Support product development and technical trials
• Record test data and maintain laboratory documentation
• Work closely with production and technical teams to ensure consistency and quality
Ideal Candidate
• Experience in a colour laboratory, colour matching, inks, coatings, pigments, textiles, plastics, or similar environment
• Strong attention to detail and an excellent eye for colour
• Comfortable working with lab equipment and following technical procedures
• Reliable, organised, and able to manage workload effectively
• A team player with good communication skills
What's On Offer
• Fixed day-shift hours (Mon-Fri, 8:00-4:00)
• Stable, long‑term role with training provided
• Opportunity to be involved in hands-on product development
• Supportive and friendly working environment