Our client manufactures electro coating lacquers, which are a high-quality water based primer applied to a metal surface, providing the painted surface with excellent corrosion resistance, good mechanical properties and high chemical resistance. It can be colour treated to produce a decorative finishing used in applications such as jewellery, door fittings, furniture, lamps, and fashion accessories.
An opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated chemist to undertake Quality Control (QC) testing at their site in the midlands. This position would be suited to a recent graduate looking for their first career move into industry. There are excellent career prospects where the role could evolve into formulating new products.
Responsibilities;
* Quality Control testing and analysis of production samples and key raw materials.
* Quality Control and analysis of customer samples
* Support to manufacturing e.g., Non-conformance Reports (NCRs).
* Assistance with customer complaints investigations.
* Assistance with calibration of equipment.
* Colour matching
* Ensuring all tasks are undertaken safely and in a timely manner.
* Maintaining good housekeeping and tidying of the laboratory.
* Assistance with raw material evaluations, product improvement and development.
Candidate profile
* Preferably degree qualified in Chemistry or related subject, or having worked in a similar role in a similar industry.
* Well organised and methodical but with a creative and flexible approach.
* Must be computer literate with excellent verbal and written skills and be comfortable working on your own initiative as well as part of a team.
* A full driving licence is a mandatory requirement as some external site visits and testing will be required.
Working hours; Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm, though after a sufficient training period, the company can offer a more flexible working arrangement.
Whitehall is the Recruitment Specialist for the Chemicals, Resins, Pigments, Coatings, Polymers and Life Science Industries