R&D Technologist Location: Ripley, Derbyshire (On-site) Hours: 36.5 per week Salary: £47,000 + Bonus A well-established manufacturer is seeking a curious, hands-on R&D Technologist to join a small, collaborative team based at their Ripley site. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in raw material evaluation, production support, and product development within a highly respected innovation-led environment. You'll work closely with the Head of QA & Development, contributing directly to the evolution and advancement of a specialised textile product line. Key Responsibilities Promote and adhere to safe working practices across lab and factory environments Apply expertise in colour theory, dyeing methods, and colourfastness testing Evaluate raw materials, understanding how they behave under different processing conditions Support production with technical problem-solving and troubleshooting Operate laboratory and pilot equipment in line with established protocols Lead and support R&D projects, from concept to implementation Communicate findings clearly across departments and document results effectively Investigate and recommend new materials, processes, and technologies Drive continuous improvement in both process and product performance Ideal Candidate Profile A science-based degree (e.g., Chemistry, Materials Science, or similar) Strong understanding of raw materials and R&D/la...