Product Development Chemist Permanent Renfrew Nine Twenty Engineering & Manufacturing are excited to be partnering with a highly regarded and innovative manufacturing company in Renfrew to find a Product Development Chemist. This forward-thinking company is known for its commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and product innovation, and they are looking for a driven individual to join their technical team. If you're passionate about hands-on product development and want to be part of a values-driven organisation that values collaboration and growth, this is the perfect opportunity to take your career to the next level. Key Responsibilities: Product Development: Manage and oversee the product development function, working closely with internal teams to identify future product development projects. Plant Trials: Organise and supervise plant trials, ensuring appropriate coverage of personnel and resources. Collaboration: Work with Continuous Improvement (CI) and Manufacturing teams to ensure seamless scale-up of new products and processes. Technical Support: Provide expert guidance to sales, customer services, and manufacturing teams to drive product innovation. Material Knowledge: Stay informed on changes in raw materials, both from a performance and legislative perspective. Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to align business objectives with quality improvement initiatives. What We’re Looking For: Degree in Chemistry or a related technical subject. Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. Ability to handle pressure and setbacks effectively. Passion for working in a collaborative and development-focused environment. Experience in NPD or process engineering would be an advantage What You’ll Get: Career progression opportunities in a growing, forward-thinking company. Dayshift role with a 34.5-hour week. Generous holiday allowance, including a 2-week closure at Christmas. A great company culture focused on collaboration, learning, and development. If you're looking to take the next step in your career and be part of an innovative and supportive team with a strong focus on personal and professional growth, we’d love to hear from you! To apply, please send your CV directly to Caroline Strachan at cstrachan@weareninetwenty.com or apply now!