Job Description
CK Group are recruiting for an R&D Chemist to join an adhesives manufacturing company based in Kidderminster, on a full time, permanent basis.
Salary:
£25,000 - £30,000 DOE
Job Summary:
As an R&D chemist you will be responsible for leading the development, scale-up and launch of new structural adhesive products to support the growth of the EMEA business. This role will involve hands-on laboratory work covering polymer synthesis, product characterization and application testing.
Responsibilities of this R&D Chemist will include:
* Leading NPD projects, including formulation, testing and scale up validation.
* Presenting NPD and PM ideas and opportunities for consideration by business.
* Supporting the R&D Manager in meeting departmental objectives.
* Providing technical support to the Sales and Marketing teams.
* Maintaining COSHH and other HSE required documentation and records.
* Keeping up to date with, health and safety issues in all aspects of the work undertaken.
As an R&D Chemist you will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:
* 2:1 or 1st Class Degree in (MChem, BSc or MSc) in Chemistry.
* Academic Experience in polymer or material science and/or experience of adhesives and sealant products is desirable.
* Someone who is flexible, a self-starter, organised and has the ability to work and plan projects are essential attributes.
Apply:
It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference T56818 in all correspondence.