Senior Polymer Production Chemist

Enterprise Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Polymer Production Chemist in the United Kingdom. This role involves optimising polymerisation techniques for cutting-edge aerospace advancements. Ideal candidates will hold an MSc or PhD, with strong polymer synthesis experience, particularly in Hydroxyl‑Terminated Polybutadiene (HTPB) using anionic methods. The position includes mentoring junior chemists and requires knowledge of UK health and safety regulations. SC clearance will be necessary for this role.

Qualifications

• Strong polymer synthesis experience, ideally including Hydroxyl‑Terminated Polybutadiene (HTPB) using anionic methods.
• Hands‑on lab work through to industrial operations.
• Minimum 3 years’ industrial experience.

Responsibilities

• Optimising polymerisation techniques and solving complex technical challenges.
• Ensuring processes meet the highest safety and quality standards.
• Mentoring junior chemists and influencing operations at the new facility.

Skills

Polymer synthesis

Anionic polymerisation

Lab work

Health and safety regulations

Education

MSc or PhD in Chemistry or Polymer Chemistry

Job description

Senior Polymer Production Chemist

If you want to be part of something truly cutting‑edge, this could be your next move. The company is investing heavily in new technology and expanding rapidly, working on advanced rocket propulsion systems designed to eliminate the risk of strikes – the safer, smarter side of defence. It’s a chance to join a team shaping the future of aerospace and polymer science. You’ll be at the heart of polymer synthesis and production, taking processes from lab scale through to full industrial operations. This isn’t just routine manufacturing – you’ll be optimising polymerisation techniques, solving complex technical challenges, and making sure everything meets the highest safety and quality standards. You’ll also play a key role in mentoring junior chemists and influencing how this new facility operates. The role involves working with Hydroxyl‑Terminated Polybutadiene (HTPB) using anionic polymerisation methods, so experience in this area will be a big advantage.

What we’re looking for:

• MSc or PhD in Chemistry or Polymer Chemistry
• Strong polymer synthesis experience, ideally including Hydroxyl‑Terminated Polybutadiene (HTPB) using anionic methods
• Hands‑on lab work through to industrial operations
• Minimum 3 Հար years’ industrial experience
• Knowledge of UK health, safety, and environmental regulations
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Desirable

• Chartered Chemist status or working towards it
• Experience with thermoplastics, thermosets, elastomers
• Familiarity with SPC, Lean, Six Sigma

You will need to get SC clearance for this role.