Coating Specialist

Cypartners; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Polymer manufacturer is seeking a highly skilled Coating Specialist to join their New Product Development team. This role involves developing coating formulations, conducting laboratory experiments, and providing technical support. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about coating technologies and product innovation.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, or related field required.
• Hands-on experience in the coating industry is essential.
• Excellent communication skills and knowledge of product development are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimise coating formulations and techniques.
• Conduct laboratory experiments to assess properties of films and coatings.
• Provide technical support to production personnel.

Skills

Communication

Product Development

Coating Technologies

Education

Degree (BSc, MSc, PhD) in Chemistry, Polymer Science, or Material Science

Job description

Coating Specialist

Location: North East of England
Salary: £34,000 - £36,000

CY Partners is excited to represent a leading Polymer manufacturer. They are dedicated to innovation and excellence in product quality. We are seeking a highly skilled Coating Specialist to join their New Product Development team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about coating technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimise coating formulations and techniques, including excimer, UV and 2K lacquers.
• Design and implement novel water-based inks and primers, enhancing product performance and sustainability.
• Serve as a specialist in embossing techniques to create innovative textures and patterns.
• Introduce new features to surfaces, improving functionality and aligning with market trends.
• Develop and evaluate new products for various applications, ensuring swift market implementation.
• Conduct laboratory experiments to assess the properties and characteristics of films and surface coatings.
• Provide technical support to production personnel to resolve quality issues related to new and existing products.
• Assist in evaluating raw materials, ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree (BSc, MSc, PhD) in Chemistry, Polymer Science, or Material Science is essential.
• Hands-on experience in the coating industry.
• Excellent communication skills to convey technical information effectively.
• Knowledge of new product development, process safety, and improvement methodologies.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team; self-motivated and proactive.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global Polymer manufacture at their UK Head Office, if this sounds interesting to you apply now!

CY Partners is acting as an Employment Business / Agency in relation to this vacancy.