Research And Development Chemist

ZipRecruiter; Telford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cement and mortar products seeks an R&D Chemist to develop and enhance a range of construction materials. The role involves formulating products, testing new ingredients, and maintaining quality standards. Ideal candidates will have substantial R&D experience and relevant qualifications in chemistry.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Experience in R&D and product formulation.
• Degree level education in chemistry is ideal.
• Positive, energetic individual with organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop new and existing product formulations.
• Research and test new raw materials.
• Generate Safety Data Sheets using specialist software.

Skills

R&D experience

Knowledge of cement and mortar products

Familiarity with ISO 14001 & ISO 9001

Safety Data Sheets generation

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

Job Description

R&D Chemist – Mortar, Screed & Cement Products

Job reference Number: 854285-6910-25161

Location: Commutable to Telford

Remuneration: £40,000 - £45,000neg + 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