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...