Laboratory Team Leader Location: Northwich Salary: 35-45k (negotiable) Type: Full-time | Permanent Are you a hands-on leader with a strong science background and a passion for formulation? A rapidly growing but established family run business are looking for a Technical Team Leader / Senior Chemist to lead a dynamic laboratory team and drive innovation in formulations such as inks, polymers, adhesives, or similar materials. This is a great opportunity to lead impactful projects and shape the future of our formulations and work in a collaborative and supportive environment Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of lab technicians and scientists Drive R&D projects while actively contributing to lab work Mentor apprentices and new starters, fostering a culture of learning Oversee formulation development and testing Ensure lab operations run smoothly and safely Collaborate cross-functionally to support product innovation Requirements Degree in a science discipline (Chemistry, Materials Science.) Proven experience managing a lab team (ideally 5 direct reports) Strong leadership presence — leads from the front and sets high standards Hands-on formulation experience in inks, polymers, adhesives, or similar Passion for training and developing junior staff Ability to balance leadership with technical contribution Benefits Salary £35,000 to £45,000 Negotiable, DOE The opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking company with a strong innovation pipeline Lots of career progression opportunities