Chemist (Lubricants / Metals)

Rise Technical; Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing company in Brighton is seeking an experienced Chemist to develop and formulate custom lubricants for various industrial applications. The role involves hands-on laboratory work and providing technical support to customers, alongside clear paths for career progression into leadership positions. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in formulation and should possess strong troubleshooting skills. The company offers an attractive benefits package, including bonuses, relocation support, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Bonus up to 15%

401(k) match

Medical benefits (and family plans)

Training

Progression

Relocation support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in lubricants, coolants, or related formulations.
• Confident working hands-on in the lab with strong formulation skills.
• Comfortable supporting customers and solving technical challenges.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and develop lubricants for machining, grinding, and stamping.
• Work hands-on in the lab, supported by an experienced technical team.
• Provide troubleshooting and technical support to customers when needed.

Skills

Formulation skills

Customer support

Technical troubleshooting

Ambition

Job description

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Bonus up to 15%, 401(k) match, Medical benefits (and family plans), Training, Progression & many more company benefits

Are you ready to take your chemistry career to the next level, as part of a growing company that offer clear paths of progression into leadership roles?

Do you want to put your expertise into solutions that keep vital industries moving - where you'll challenge yourself technically and earn generous bonuses for your efforts?

This is a chance to join a company known for developing custom lubricants used across machining, grinding, and stamping. Most of your time will be spent hands‑on in the lab, formulating and refining products that make a real difference on the shop floor. You'll also step in to help solve customer issues when needed, seeing first‑hand how your work performs in the field.

The role comes with clear progression. From owning your own product lines to even representing the business at industry events, you'll have the freedom to shape your career here. On top of a strong package, there's relocation support available and a bonus scheme available to reward your contribution!

The Role

• Formulate and develop lubricants for machining, grinding, and stamping
• Work hands‑on in the lab, supported by an experienced technical team
• Provide troubleshooting and technical support to customers when needed

The Person

• 5+ years of experience in lubricants, coolants, or related formulations
• Confident working hands‑on in the lab with strong formulation skills
• Comfortable supporting customers and solving technical challenges
• Ambitious and motivated to grow into leadership and own product lines