Chemist

Whitehall Recruitment Ltd; Morpeth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Development Chemist to join a coatings division in Morpeth. The role involves developing and optimising coating formulations and techniques, with a focus on 2D coating films for interior use. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, performance bonuses, and generous leave entitlements, promoting a supportive workplace for professionals in the industry.

Benefits

Private health insurance

Company performance bonus

Life insurance

Annual leave of 25 days plus holidays

Qualifications

• Experience with PVC furniture films is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills in production support.
• Willingness to travel for customer visits.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise coating formulations.
• Design novel water-based inks and primers.
• Conduct laboratory experiments to evaluate film properties.
• Provide technical support to customers.

Skills

Developing coating formulations

Designing water-based inks

Embossing techniques

Conducting laboratory experiments

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

UV lacquers

2K lacquers

Job description

Coatings Chemist/Polymer Chemist/Materials Scientist/Development Chemist/Research Chemist

Coatings/UV/Lacquers/Packaging/Films

Our Client is a leading global specialist for coated high-quality plastic films, sheets and other plastic products. Due to succession planning, our Client is seeking to recruit an experienced Development Chemist to join their Coatings division to further develop 2D coating film predominantly for interior use.

Chemist Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimise coating formulations and techniques, including excimer, UV and 2K lacquers for PVC furniture films.
• Design and implement novel water-based inks and primers, enhancing performance and sustainability across products.
• Serve as a specialist in embossing techniques, creating innovative textures and patterns to enhance surface aesthetics.
• Introduce new features to surfaces, improving functionality and aligning with market trends.
• Develop and evaluate new products for new and existing applications, bringing them to market speedily and effectively.
• To support product qualification and approval programmes in support of the NPD&I portfolio where appropriate.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and testing to evaluate the properties and characteristics of films and surface coatings.
• Work with production personnel and provide technical support and assistance as required to resolve production and quality issues in support of new and existing products.
• Provide technical support to customers regarding product specifications, application techniques, and troubleshooting assistance.
• Assist in the evaluation of raw materials, suppliers, and vendors to ensure compliance with quality standards, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability requirements.
• Willingness and flexibility to travel as required for customer visits, training sessions, and industry events and work after hours as needed to support trials and customer requirements.

Package and Benefits for the Successful Chemist

• Full time role 35.5hrs per week Mon-Thurs 9-5, Fri 9-3. Homeworking not an option except in emergencies.
• Employer contributions of up to 9% depending on employee contributions
• EAP
• Health and wellbeing initiatives,
• Employee benefits hub,
• Private health insurance
• Company performance bonus (not guaranteed) but awarded annually in December
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
• Company sick pay
• Life insurance
• Annual leave; 25 days plus 2 days (fixed at Christmas) this is 3 days for 2025 only plus all bank holidays

Whitehall is the Recruitment Specialist for the Chemical, Polymer, Coatings and Life Science Industries.