Senior Chemist

Martin Veasey Talent Solutions; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing international manufacturer in West Yorkshire is seeking a Senior Chemist to improve and develop specialist lubricants and release agents. This role involves leading R&D projects, innovating new products, and collaborating across departments. Applicants should have a degree in Chemistry and a passion for hands-on work with tangible results in the market. The position is office-based with flexibility.

Benefits

Benefits

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Chemistry with experience in formulation improvements.
• Proven track record in R&D and product innovation.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead improvement of existing formulations to meet needs.
• Drive new product innovation and opportunities.
• Manage R&D projects in collaboration with various teams.

Skills

Improvement of formulations

New product innovation

Collaboration with departments

Product trials support

Development of SOPs

Education

Degree in Chemistry (PhD or MSc preferred)

Job description

Senior Chemist - Release Agents & Specialist Lubricants

£(phone number removed) + Benefits

Location : Lancashire (office-based with ad hoc flexibility)

Are you a Chemist ready to play a pivotal role in improving and developing specialist lubricants and release agents? This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of R&D projects at a growing international manufacturer whose products are used worldwide in automotive, food, and industrial sectors.

The Opportunity

As Senior Chemist, you will be the lead technical specialist, responsible for :

• Improving existing formulations (c.75%) to meet evolving customer and manufacturing needs.
• Driving new product innovation (c.25%), identifying opportunities for growth and differentiation.
• Taking ownership of release agents and specialist lubricants, a key area of focus for the business.
• Leading current R&D projects in collaboration with Sales, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Directors.
• Supporting product trials and occasionally accompanying sales colleagues on UK customer visits.
• Over time, developing greater involvement in manufacturing SOPs, licensee support, and cost optimisation. This is a role for a Chemist who enjoys technical variety, working independently, and seeing tangible results from their work in the market.

About You

Degree-qualified in Chemistry (PhD or MSc preferred, though strong BSc with significant industrial experience will be considered).

Hands-on experien...