PROCESS CHEMIST

Diageo; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG sector is looking for an experienced professional to enhance laboratory operations at their BioEnergy Plant. The role demands expertise in analytical chemistry, focusing on improving processes and leading methodologies to enhance efficiency and performance in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in FMCG production/manufacturing environment.
• Practical experience in senior analytical laboratory roles.
• Recognized subject matter expert in developing best practices.

Responsibilities

• Support the lab's safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Lead development and validation of new methodologies.
• Build relationships between lab and operational teams.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Wet Chemistry

GC

HPLC

ISE

AA

Education

Degree in scientific discipline or equivalent

Tools

Minitab

PowerBI

Job description

Purpose of the Role

• Work with a central cross-functional laboratory team to ensure critical analysis for BioEnergy is accurately informing key decision making by providing guidance in the analysis and interpretation of results to improve operational performance.
• Support and coach Lab and Operational teams to understand best practices concerning sample control, testing, calibration, and standards. Establish and govern sample and analysis routines to support operational priorities.
• Demonstrate expertise in analytical methodologies to aid problem-solving and unlock performance and improvement initiatives for operations.
• Lead the development, validation, and introduction of new methodologies and instrumentation to shape the future of Cameronbridge BioEnergy Plant.
• Champion excellence in process and analysis data reporting for BioEnergy RUN business processes.
• Ensure OCAPs (Out of Control Action Plans) are up-to-date with key analysis steps.
• Build working relationships between the lab and business leaders, understanding the business strategy and priorities across operations.

Key Accountabilities

• Demonstrate an uncompromising strive to ensure standards in Safety, Quality, Efficiency, and productivity in the lab and operational areas are upheld and deliver against agreed service levels.
• Support the lab in working towards and maintaining levels of Technician and Laboratory accreditation like benchmark laboratories in our field. Lead, encourage, and develop a technical pipeline of talent for the business.
• In conjunction with laboratories in Global Brand Supply, standardize and sustain codified procedures and standards to improve multidisciplinary business performance.
• Encourage a growth mindset to problems faced and empower people to take ownership.
• Role model top-tier management of change. Paint a compelling vision of the future, keeping abreast of laboratory and process measurement advances within the industry and scanning the horizon for opportunities.
• Ensure Diageo is represented within the analytical field, developing effective relationships with research institutes and committees like SWRI, IBD, MAPS & DAPS.
• Engage in Society 2030 initiatives across the business.

Essential Entry Level Requirements – Skills and Experience

• Similar experience and a strong track record in a world-class FMCG production/manufacturing environment or similar.
• Practical experience gained through senior roles in analytical laboratories.
• Recognized subject matter expert in analytical chemistry with experience in developing best practices, standards, and techniques.
• Expertise in analytical methods such as Wet Chemistry, GC, HPLC, ISE, AA.
• Experience with Minitab, PowerBI, and other data visualization tools.
• Degree level qualification or equivalent in a scientific discipline, or qualified through relevant experience.

As a temporary contractor, you'll be employed by our Managed Service Provider, Magnit Global, who manage most of our temporary contract hiring. You will not be employed by Diageo.