Product Development Chemist

CK Group- Science, Clinical and Technical; Alfreton CP; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer is seeking a Development Chemist to enhance their high-performance adhesives portfolio in Alfreton. The successful candidate will execute product development tasks, support production transitions, and investigate quality issues, requiring a degree in chemistry and relevant industry experience. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary and a dynamic workplace.

Qualifications

• Degree level education in chemistry or a related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing business with polymer chemistry.
• Background in a commercial laboratory with various testing methods.

Responsibilities

• Complete product development tasks per agreed timelines.
• Support production in transferring products from the lab to manufacturing.
• Assist in addressing customer and supplier complaints.

Skills

Product Development

Data Interpretation

Laboratory Techniques

Education

Degree in Chemistry or equivalent

Job description

CK Group are recruiting for a Development Chemist to join a leading manufacturer of high performance adhesives to be based in Alfreton, on a full time, permanent basis.

Development Chemist Role:
As a Development Chemist you will contribute to the development and improvement of a portfolio of products.

Responsibilities:

• To complete allocated product development tasks and projects to agreed timetable
• To work to a weekly laboratory work plan for the product portfolio.
• To support Production with the transfer of a new product or a modified existing product from laboratory to production
• To support the Senior Product Development Chemists and Quality Manager with the investigation of customer and supplier complaints
• To gather, compile and interpret data in order to contribute to project reports

Your Background:

• Education to Degree level or above in chemistry (or equivalent)
• Some experience of working in a manufacturing business involved with 2 component polymer chemistry.
• Experience of working in a commercial laboratory including a range of testing techniques.

Apply:
It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (phone number removed) in all correspondence.

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