Development Chemist

TipTopJob; Swindon; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a skilled Development Chemist eager to innovate in the automotive coatings sector. Join a dynamic team focused on creating high-quality products tailored to customer specifications. This role offers the chance to engage in product formulation, rigorous testing, and technical support, ensuring compliance with industry standards. With a commitment to quality and safety, you will play a key role in driving product excellence. Enjoy a competitive salary and a supportive work environment that values your contributions and fosters professional growth.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Private health care option

Cycle to work scheme

Free coffee/tea

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Chemistry or related field.
• Strong understanding of coating technologies and formulation.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and develop automotive coating products.
• Conduct stability testing and quality checks.
• Prepare technical reports for product development.

Skills

Coating Technologies

Formulation Processes

Laboratory Testing

Technical Reporting

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Swindon, Wiltshire SN3

A GBP 30,000 per annum

Are you an experienced Chemist with a background in Development, looking for a new and exciting opportunity with an international manufacturing business?

Role Purpose

We are seeking a Development Chemist to join our small but dynamic team specializing in the development of coating products for the automotive industry. This role involves responsibilities such as formulation, testing, and providing technical support to ensure products meet industry standards and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Development
   • Formulate and develop automotive coating products, including primers, basecoats, and clear coats, tailored to customer specifications and industry standards.
   • Conduct stability testing and quality checks to ensure product consistency and performance.
2. Testing and Application
   • Develop and validate methods in accordance with customer requirements and relevant legislative guidelines.
   • Conduct laboratory testing and apply products to assess performance under various conditions.
   • Perform product trials both in the laboratory and at customer facilities/sites.
3. Technical Reporting and Support
   • Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation to support product development and regulatory compliance.
   • Provide technical support to the production team to ensure smooth scale-up and manufacturing processes.
4. Compliance and Safety
   • Ensure all activities adhere to health, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
   • Stay up-to-date with relevant industry regulations and legislative requirements.

Essential

Key Skills, Knowledge, Experience, and Competences

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field (e.g., liquid engineering).
• Strong understanding of coating technologies and formulation processes.

Desirable

• Previous industrial experience in a similar role, particularly within the automotive sector.
• Familiarity with working in a small business environment and adaptability to handle repetitive tasks when necessary.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated with a hands-on approach to problem solving.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly when engaging with customers or production teams.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to quality and innovation.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary up to GBP 30,000 depending on experience.
• Benefits include 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (FTE), pension scheme, private health care option, cycle to work scheme, and free coffee/tea.

Closing date: 1st June 2025

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