Textiles R&D Technologist (Dyes) £45,000 - £47,000 Bonus 33 Days Holiday Company Benefits Alfreton Are you a R&D Technologist from the textiles industry with experience in dyes/colourants, looking for an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the development of innovative construction textiles? This award-winning company have expanded rapidly in the last 100 years, with ongoing acquisitions, new product developments and new plant openings. Now, with sites across the UK and Europe, they are going from strength-to-strength with a real culture of continuous improvement. In this role you will lead projects from concept through to implementation, supporting both lab-based experimentation and shopfloor production, while helping solve technical challenges and develop new solutions. This role would suit someone with textile dyeing, colourist, or R&D experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced, varied, and innovative environment. The Role: * Leading R&D projects from inception to implementation * Evaluating raw materials and supporting production with technical insights * Applying expertise in colour theory, dyeing, and colourfastness * Operating lab and pilot equipment with adherence to lab protocols * 36.5 hours a week The Person: * Science-based degree or higher * Experience in textiles * Strong understanding of raw materials, lab equipment, and R&D processes Keywords: R&D, Textiles, Colour, Lab, Development, Production, Innovation, Flotex, Flooring, Ripley BBBH21279a If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website