Development Chemist
Talentmark are recruiting for a Development Chemist to join a well-reputed adhesives manufacturing company based in the Midlands on a full time, permanent basis, for a salary ranging from £40,000 - £50,000 per annum.
Working hours will be Monday - Friday, 8.30 am - 4.30 pm, 37.5 hours per week (with 30 minute unpaid lunch break daily).
The Company:
Our client is a long established and highly successful manufacturer of adhesive chemicals, part of a larger group. They now have an exciting opportunity for a Development Chemist to join their team. Reporting to the Technical Manager, the Development Chemist’s primary function is to develop new and innovative products to customer and market requirements.
Location:
The Development Chemist will be based at the company's site near Kettering, easily commutable by road from Peterborough, Northampton, Leicester and surrounding areas.
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Development Chemist Role:
Your main duties will be to:
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Formulate a variety of adhesive types including water based and hotmelt.
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Support product qualification and approval processes.
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Evaluate and qualify new and alternative raw materials.
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Plan and manage development activities according to the requirements of the technical department and associated quality system.
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Ensure effective communication with internal teams – Commercial, Operations and Procurement.
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Problem-solve – Investigate causes of material failure, report findings and propose solutions.
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Provide effective technical support and service to colleagues and customers.
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Coordinate with external test laboratories and equipment suppliers to maintain test equipment and complete non-standard test methods.
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Provide support and advice to customers and colleagues to ensure compliance with chemical and environmental regulations.
Your Background:
The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience:
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Degree or equivalent in Chemistry or Polymer Science / Technology.
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Proven experience of working within a laboratory environment (at least 3 years) - ideally within polymers.
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Experience of various adhesive testing methods – in particular, KF, FTIR and Tensile Testing.
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Full UK Driving Licence
Entitlement to work in the UK is essential.