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Location: Maidstone Outskirts
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: GBPNeg + Benefits
Join a global leader in the circular economy and play a key role in ensuring chemical safety, quality assurance, and environmental compliance. Enjoy benefits including a competitive salary, pension, onsite gym and canteen, and employee wellbeing activities.
Our client, a leading global group, is seeking a skilled Process Technologist to join their team in Maidstone, Kent. This is an exciting opportunity for a quality-focused professional to make a significant impact in a company dedicated to creating efficient and scalable solutions.
Position Overview
As a Process Technologist, you will oversee daily activities related to quality, chemical safety, ordering, storage, use, and system maintenance. Working closely with Operations Management and shift teams, you will ensure Quality Assurance, good cost control of additives, and compliance with site requirements. Your role is crucial in maintaining the company's commitment to the circular economy and sustainable practices.
Responsibilities
* Manage the day-to-day QC function, ensuring equipment calibration, maintenance, and ISO9001 compliance
* Investigate and analyze customer complaints
* Monitor and control process chemistry and biocide programs for optimal cost and quality
* Collaborate with production and suppliers to optimize chemical system efficiency and cost
* Stocktake and reorder process chemicals as needed
* Maintain COSHH / GMP Register and conduct assessments
* Plan and conduct chemical trials supporting production and the effluent treatment plant
* Support water treatment plant operations through testing and analysis
* Recommend improvements for site operation, safety, and efficiency
Requirements
* Proven experience in a similar role within manufacturing or process industry
* Strong knowledge of chemical safety, quality assurance, and environmental regulations
* Familiarity with ISO9001, COSHH, and GMP standards
* Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
* Collaborative approach with teams and stakeholders
* Proactive, results-driven attitude
* Flexibility to perform tasks safely and accept training
Company Overview
This plant is part of a global leader in the circular economy, dedicated to creating sustainable solutions using renewable, recyclable, and recycled materials. It operates with the autonomy of a smaller business, fostering innovation and rapid response to ideas.
Benefits
* Competitive salary with yearly bonus up to GBP1,000 (pro-rata)
* Company pension (6% employer contribution, minimum 3% employee)
* On-site canteen with subsidized healthy options
* On-site gym
* Breakout area with table tennis and pool table
* Employee wellbeing activities throughout the year
Join a company that values innovation, open communication, and rapid response. This is an excellent opportunity for a Process Technologist to grow and make an impact.
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