R&D Chemist – Mortar, Screed & Cement Products

Mitchell Maguire; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist Technical Construction Recruitment Consultancy is seeking an R&D Chemist for developing mortar, screed, and cement products. The ideal candidate should have R&D experience, knowledge of cement and concrete formulations, and familiarity with ISO standard certifications. This role involves supporting product development, troubleshooting production issues, and generating safety documentation. A relevant degree in chemistry or related field is preferred.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Profit share bonus

Qualifications

• Must have R&D experience and be familiar with producing formulations.
• Must have experience dealing with related products such as cement, mortar, and concrete.
• Degree level educated in chemistry or related field is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support development of new and existing products and formulations.
• Research and test new raw materials.
• Generate Safety Data Sheets and Environmental Product Declarations.
• Support in Quality Control (QC) testing when required.
• Troubleshoot production issues.

Skills

R&D experience

Knowledge of cement and concrete products

Familiarity with ISO 14001

Familiarity with ISO 9001

Positive and energetic attitude

Organizational skills

Personable nature

Education

Degree in chemistry or related field

Job description

R&D Chemist – Mortar, Screed & Cement Products

Job Title: R&D Chemist – Mortar, Screed & Cement Products

Job reference Number: (phone number removed)

Industry Sector: R&D, R&D Technician, R&D Engineer, R&D Chemist, Concrete, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, Technician, Lab Technician, Render, Insulation, Plaster, Raw Materials Chemical Admixtures, Admixtures, Concrete, Precast Concrete, Readymix Concrete, Chemicals, Ready Mix Manufacturers, Concrete Manufacturers, Precast Concrete Manufacturers, Paving Manufacturers, Coatings, Resins, Screeds, Cement Additives, Cement, Adhesives, Grouts

Location: Commutable to Telford

Remuneration: £40,000 - £45,000 neg + profit share bonus

Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package

The role of the R&D Chemist – Mortar, Screed & Cement Products will involve:

• R&D Chemist position, dealing with a high quality manufactured range of mortar, plaster and render
• Supporting in the development of both new and existing products and formulations
• Researching and testing new raw materials and building strong relationships with suppliers
• Generate Safety Data Sheets & Environmental Product Declarations using specialist software (training provided)
• Supporting in Quality Control (QC) testing when required
• Support in troubleshooting production issues

The ideal applicant will be R&D Chemist – Mortar, Screed & Cement Products with:

• Must have R&D experience and be familiar with producing formulations
• Must have experience dealing with related products such as; cement, mortar, screed, precast concrete, ready mix concrete, concrete admixtures, cement admixtures, chemicals admixtures, grouts and resins
• Familiar with ISO 14001 & ISO 9001 standards
• Ideally will be degree level educated in chemistry or related field
• Positive, energetic and confident individual
• Driven, organised and personable

Mitchell Maguire is a specialist Technical Construction Recruitment Consultancy, dealing exclusively with Technical Construction Jobs, Technical Construction vacancies and Specification positions within: R&D, R&D Technician, R&D Engineer, R&D Chemist, Concrete, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, Technician, Lab Technician, Render, Insulation, Plaster, Raw Materials Chemical Admixtures, Admixtures, Concrete, Precast Concrete, Readymix Concrete, Chemicals, Ready Mix Manufacturers, Concrete Manufacturers, Precast Concrete Manufacturers, Paving Manufacturers, Coatings, Resins, Screeds, Cement Additives, Cement, Adhesives, Grouts