Job Description
Our client is a well-established manufacturer within the polymer products sector, known for their innovation, technical expertise, and commitment to quality. They are seeking a Polymer Technologist Team Leader to join their Technical department. This is a great opportunity for a materials or polymer professional looking to take on a more senior, project-focused role within an industry-leading organisation.
The Role
This is a key position within the Technical department, overseeing a small team responsible for developing, testing, and optimising polymer-based materials and products. The successful candidate will play an important role in driving material innovation, supporting production processes, and maintaining existing formulations to ensure ongoing product quality and performance.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced technologist looking to step up into a leadership role, or for someone already managing small teams and seeking a new challenge in a supportive, world-class manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate day-to-day activities of a small technical team.
* Manage and support the introduction of new materials into production.
* Formulate and develop polymers to meet safety, quality, and performance standards.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation for materials and formulations.
* Provide technical support to production, sales, and global sites as required.
* Test materials and products to customer specifications and prepare detailed reports.
* Evaluate raw materials and liaise with suppliers to identify new opportunities.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives across product and process development.
Candidate Profile
* Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, or related discipline.
* Around 3+ years of industrial experience, ideally within plastics, rubber, or large scale manufacturing.
* Strong formulation or product development experience.
* Confident using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project).
* Able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
* Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
* Experience leading or mentoring others is beneficial but not essential.
* Full UK driving licence and access to a car (ideal)
Why Apply?
Join a business that’s investing in innovation, people, and future-focused manufacturing. You’ll be part of a collaborative and supportive technical team driving materials excellence across a global network.