Production Chemist

Pertemps Bond; Stafford; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension contributions

Healthcare

25 days leave

Employee discounts

Training & development

Supportive environment

Job summary

Pertemps Bond in Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, is seeking a Production Chemist to join a global leader in industrial gases. The role focuses on producing high-accuracy calibration gases and reference materials in a precise, safety-focused production environment.

Salary £31,000 - £34,000 depending on experience plus a performance bonus and excellent benefits including pension contributions, healthcare and generous leave. Training and career development are provided to support long-term growth.

Qualifications

• A scientific qualification or background in Chemistry, Biomedical/Chemical Engineering, or similar.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow technical procedures accurately.
• Good organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture high-accuracy calibration gases and reference materials using gravimetric methods.
• Produce oxygen and flammable gas mixtures per procedures.
• Prepare gas cylinders for filling, including valve fitting and evacuation.
• Maintain quality in line with ISO 6142 and ISO 17034 accreditation.
• Support Production Manager with stock control and sourcing gases.
• Coordinate cylinder movements and site logistics (forklift training provided).
• Maintain accurate production records and ensure health, safety and quality compliance.
• Work with colleagues to meet production targets and customer requirements.

Skills

Chemistry background

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Team player

Education

Scientific qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Production Chemist

Location: Uttoxeter, Staffordshire

Salary: £31,000 - £34,000 (depending on experience) + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Schedule: Monday to Friday – no weekends

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about science and looking to build a long-term career within a world-leading manufacturing environment? We're recruiting for a Production Chemist to join a global leader in industrial, medical and specialty gases. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a scientific background and strong analytical skills to join a business that offers comprehensive training, career development and outstanding benefits. Working within a specialist production team, you'll manufacture high-accuracy calibration gases and reference materials used across a wide range of industries, ensuring products are produced safely, accurately and in line with strict quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture high-accuracy calibration gases and reference materials using gravimetric methods
• Produce oxygen and flammable gas mixtures in accordance with established operating procedures
• Prepare gas cylinders for filling, including valve fitting, treatment, painting and evacuation
• Maintain exceptional quality standards in line with ISO 6142 and ISO 17034 accreditation
• Support the Production Manager with stock control, ordering cylinders and source gases
• Coordinate cylinder movements and support site logistics, including forklift operations (training provided where required)
• Maintain accurate production records and ensure compliance with all health, safety and quality procedures
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure production targets and customer requirements are achieved

About You

We're looking for someone who has a genuine interest in science and enjoys working in a precise, process-driven environment.

You’ll ideally have:

• A scientific qualification or background (Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or similar)
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow technical procedures accurately
• Good organisational and communication skills
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and computer-based systems
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Previous experience handling gases, laboratory equipment or forklift trucks is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided.

What's on Offer

• £31,000 - £34,000 depending on experience
• Annual performance bonus
• Employer pension contributions of up to 10.7%
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave
• Comprehensive healthcare trust
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Exclusive employee discounts
• Ongoing training and structured career development
• A supportive, inclusive working environment with opportunities to progress within a global organisation