Senior lab technician - materials/foams development

Are you looking to gain some further experience with an innovative Chemical Company? Are you immediately available?

A Manufacturer of Polyurethane Foams are seeking an experienced Lab Tech to join them at their facility in Derbyshire. Prior experience and confidence in a Lab setting is essential for this role as you will be working largely autonomously. Previous experience in a similar environment such as within PU Foam development/Testing or a similar industry such as Paints, Polymers or similar Chemicals is essential.

Role Overview

• Temporary (initially 6 months) , Start Date: ASAP, Hours: 4 days per week, Monday- Thursday 8AM-4PM(flexibility around exact start and finish times). £19ph
• Creating and updating SOPs for a range of procedures including : Physical Testing, Fire Testing, Formulation,
• Conduct a range of lab based physical and chemical testing including Density, Hardness, Resilience and Fire Testing to assist with product development and testing.
• Work independently in the Lab, but alongside colleagues from other departments.

Requirements

• Background in Chemistry or Materials Science
• Strong Experience in Materials Testing, Polymers, Chemical Formulations, Foams, Paints or Similar closely related areas.
• Comfortable working independently to develop procedures based on specifications and write SOPs.

In return

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain some additional expereince working within an innovative manufacturing and development company.

For more information or to apply, please contact Louis Williams.

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