Development Chemist

Altro Limited; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading European manufacturer as a Development Chemist, driving innovation in resin flooring products. This permanent, full-time role involves overseeing product development from concept to manufacturing, ensuring compliance with high standards while working closely with suppliers and customers. If you have a degree in Chemistry or related field and a passion for product improvement, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and a forward-thinking work environment

25 days’ annual leave with options to purchase additional days

Defined contribution pension scheme

Life assurance from day one

Occupational Sick Pay and onsite Occupational Health services

Access to a 24/7 employee assistance programme

Family-friendly policies including Maternity and Paternity leave

One paid volunteering day per year

Free eye tests

Long service awards and learning support

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory testing and compliance with industry standards.
• Passion for product improvement and knowledge of resin products desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of innovative resin products.
• Ensure products meet performance, compliance, and cost-efficiency standards.
• Collaborate with suppliers and customers on technical specifications.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field

Job description

Join Altro as a Development Chemist - Pioneering Innovation in our Resin Flooring Products

Altro is offering an exciting opportunity for a Development Chemist to join our Research & Development team, based in Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire. In this role, you will lead the design and development of innovative products within the Altro Resins portfolio, overseeing the process from concept to full-scale manufacturing.

The resins manufacturing facility is located in Maiden Newton, Dorset. You will be expected to work on-site in Maiden Newton occasionally each month to embed new technologies and drive quality improvements.

You will be involved at every stage—from initial concept development to scaled manufacturing—ensuring all products meet high standards in performance, compliance, and cost-efficiency. Staying updated on industry trends and regulations is essential, as is collaborating with suppliers and customers to develop technical specifications and ensure compliance through rigorous testing.

This is a permanent, full-time role (37.5 hours/week), primarily based on-site due to the nature of the work.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary and a forward-thinking work environment
• 25 days’ annual leave (pro-rata), with options to purchase additional days
• Defined contribution pension scheme
• Life assurance from day one
• Occupational Sick Pay and onsite Occupational Health services
• Access to a 24/7 employee assistance programme for you and your family
• Family-friendly policies, including Maternity, Paternity, and Shared Parental Leave
• Free eye tests
• One paid volunteering day per year
• Free parking at all locations
• Long service awards
• Learning and Development support tailored to your career goals
• Social events, including an annual Christmas celebration
• Retirement planning support

Who We’re Looking For:

A motivated individual with a degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Knowledge of resin products and their applications in construction and transport is highly desirable.

You should have experience in laboratory testing, ensuring compliance with industry standards, problem-solving skills, and a passion for product improvement. Effective communication skills and attention to detail are essential.

About Altro

We are a leading European manufacturer and supplier of premium flooring and wall cladding solutions for construction and transport sectors. Family-owned since 1919, we value our people, customers, and quality of work.

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