Overview
JOB TITLE: Materials Technology Graduate
Responsibilities
* Work alongside an experienced and well-established team to support learning for long term career growth in the area of polymer moulding and extrusion.
* Utilise learning to enhance material technology performance, whilst demonstrating good communication, drive, passion, project management and leadership.
* Deliver multiple continuous improvement projects relating to material optimisation, chemical formulation innovation, value engineering, & enhanced mixing plant operation.
* Further sustainable practices on site, with a focus on waste reduction, recycling and energy reduction.
* Closely supported by your assigned Mentor, you will be involved in hands on learning in the following operations areas:
* Extrusion
* Process Improvement
* Technical & Measurement
* New Product Design
Key Accountabilities:
* Support materials sourcing, testing and validation.
* Conducting product trials, formulation testing and site approvals.
* Continuous improvement with material optimisation and enhanced performance.
* Aiding in development of material formulations for cost reduction, improved quality and process stability.
* Work closely with Operations and Systems Technical for product quality & approvals.
* Support business with materials technology innovations for new product design.
* Work closely with material suppliers to develop market leading formulations.
* Further material waste reduction, recycling, sustainability and energy optimisation.
* Stay up to date on current news and regulations regarding PVC and relevant materials.
Qualifications
* Key Experiences and Skills Required:
* Knowledge and understanding in the areas of materials science/chemistry, with a focus on polymers.
* Demonstrate a positive attitude, lead by example and resolve any problems quickly.
* Good communication, engagement & rapport with employees at all levels is essential.
* Professional, motivated and ethical approach to work, with a growth mind-set.
* Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise key tasks.
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
* Desirables Skills, Qualifications and Experience Required:
* Degree qualified in Polymer Science, Chemistry or other materials science related disciplines.
* Computer literate with excellent MS Office skills.
* A full driving license is essential and flexibility to travel if required.
* Knowledge of extrusion and other relevant manufacturing technologies.
Personal Attributes
* Leadership – strong, consistent, clear, inspire others, integrity, ability to drive through change.
* Empowering Others – Delegation of trust, correct controls, feedback, communicate accountability and responsibility.
* Action orientated – Able to deal with problems in appropriate time frames.
* Driven by results – Decisive, confident addressing problems and opportunities, challenging activities to improve performance, demonstrate willingness to challenge accepted methods and standards.
* Effective communication – Clear, concise written and spoken, ability at all levels, customer, supplier and internal.
* Strategic agility – recognition of a changing need and speed of response, rapid reaction to challenges.
* High Standards – demonstrating a motivation to improve standards and thereby making a real difference, challenging inadequate solutions.
* Integrity and trust – demonstrating a sense of commitment to openness, honesty, loyalty and high standards in undertaking the role.
* People management – demonstrating commitment to working and engaging constructively with internal and external stakeholders
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