Process Chemist

Infineum; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Process Chemist in the Manufacturing Technology team. This exciting role involves hands-on laboratory work, focusing on the synthesis and analysis of innovative chemical products. You'll collaborate globally, driving improvements in manufacturing processes and product quality. With a commitment to safety and quality, you'll gain valuable insights into commercial operations while contributing to a sustainable future through innovative chemistry. If you're passionate about chemistry and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Onsite subsidized restaurant

Secure onsite parking

Community outreach activities

Social clubs

Qualifications

• Strong practical laboratory experience in a chemistry/analytical environment.
• Diligence in managing test results and interpreting data.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of laboratory safety and execute experimental programs.
• Analyze new raw materials and support troubleshooting and optimization.

Skills

Laboratory Safety

Analytical Testing

Data Interpretation

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Analytical Techniques

Job description

Role Title: Process Chemist

Role Function and Group: Manufacturing Technology (PIB & Dispersant)

Location: Milton Hill

About us:

We create a sustainable future through innovative chemistry

Infineum is a world leading formulator, manufacturer and marketer of additives for fuels and lubricants, leveraging powerful research and development capabilities to develop a sustainable future through innovative chemistry. Infineum additives are in 1 in 3 vehicles worldwide, and are designed to improve fuel efficiency, reduce emissions and enable cleaner transportations. With production facilities worldwide and regional business and technology centres in the UK, US, Singapore and China, there has never been a better time to start a career at Infineum.

Infineum’s successes are built on the exceptional talents of our bright and highly skilled colleagues

Infineum brings together individuals from different backgrounds, cultures, and thinking styles providing remarkably different talents, perspectives, life and career experiences. We recognize that a diverse talent base creates an environment rich with innovation and we are looking for motivated colleagues to join us.

Position Summary:

We are looking for a Process Chemist to join our PIB & Dispersant team within Manufacturing Technology (MFT). The role involves a range of activities including lab synthesis, sample analysis, coordinating requests for blending and external analysis, lab safety improvements, product quality investigations, report writing and analytical evaluation of process changes at manufacturing plants.

Primarily through laboratory work, you will support delivery of improvements in areas such as cost optimisation, supply security, manufacturing capacity and new product development. You will also have opportunities to collaborate globally across the other MFT teams and with Technology, Procurement and Manufacturing. The successful candidate will work both autonomously and collaboratively within cross-functional teams. The role may involve occasional travel.

What you’ll be doing:

• Maintaining a high standard of laboratory safety and housekeeping
• Planning and execution of experimental programmes and associated analytical testing
• Efficient and safe operation, ownership and modification of lab equipment for synthesis and analysis
• Evaluations of new raw materials and component suppliers
• Analysis and insight in support of lab or plant troubleshooting, process optimisation, New Product Development projects and fundamental understanding activities
• Interpretation of experimental results/data and sharing technical information through reports, presentations and discussions

What will you gain from this role?

• Expertise in analysis and synthesis of PIB & Dispersants
• Enhanced problem solving, collaboration and influencing skills
• Knowledge of our commercial products, plant network, manufacturing processes and associated analytical techniques
• Insight into how products and processes are transferred from lab to commercial scale (NPD)
• Familiarity with Infineum’s key commercial product quality controls (IQPs) and lab safety processes (OIMS)
• Global exposure to numerous functions across Infineum, and externally to third party plants and raw material suppliers

A successful candidate is likely to have:

• A high regard for both safety and quality
• Strong practical laboratory experience in a chemistry/analytical environment
• Diligence to accurately manage test results, technical information, and lab records, combined with the capability to interpret data and make recommendations
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

What we offer:

• The opportunity to learn and grow. We believe there is no better way to learn than by doing, so from day one you will have the opportunity to make a real difference and develop a sustainable future through innovative chemistry.
• Build an exciting career with an inclusive company that values everyone as an individual
• The opportunity to work with people from around the world, gaining an understanding of a commercial business as a whole
• Competitive salary, medical and retirement benefits
• Community outreach activities & social clubs – Wellbeing, Inclusiveness & Diversity, Environmental, Sports
• Onsite subsidized restaurant and secure onsite parking

Infineum is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Infineum operates a flexible working policy and will work with colleagues to accommodate their needs wherever appropriate