Senior Production Chemist

BOC UK & Ireland; Uttoxeter; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Pension

Holiday 26 days

Healthcare

Employee assistance

Discount portal

Job summary

BOC Limited, a Linde company, UTTOXETER, UK, is seeking a Senior Production Chemist to oversee gravimetrically prepared calibration gases within accredited ISO 6142/17034 processes. You will manage cylinder records and act as a Flam/Ox signatory, ensuring safe gas mixtures and procedures.

The role includes deputising for the Production Manager and coordinating priorities, plus liaising on gas orders and stock. Strong IT skills and science background are essential.

Qualifications

• A- level minimum in a science discipline.
• Experience with gas cylinder handling and high pressure gas control equipment.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and bespoke software systems.

Responsibilities

• Produce gravimetrically prepared calibration gases and reference materials per ISO 6142 and 17034.
• Maintain cylinder control database and production records.
• Act as Flam/Ox approved signatory and verify gas mixture safety.
• deputise for the Production Manager and coordinate departmental priorities.
• Liaise with Production Manager on ordering and stock control of gases and related materials.

Skills

Gas handling

High pressure equipment

Record keeping

IT literacy

Education

A-level in science

Tools

ISO 6142

ISO 17034

SOP002 PR041

MS Excel

Job description

BOC Limited, a Linde company

Senior Production Chemist

Uttoxeter, United Kingdom | req32214

What You Will Enjoy Doing

• You will be responsible for the production of gravimetrically prepared calibration gases and reference materials in accordance with ISO 6142 and ISO 17034 accredited processes within the quality system.
• As well as supporting the integrity of production records, you will maintain the cylinder control database, ensuring accurate records of all cylinders owned by the company and its clients.
• You will act as a Flam/Ox approved signatory, checking that gas mixture compositions are safe to manufacture, generating safety filling procedures, and peer reviewing procedures produced by other approved signatories in accordance with SOP002 (PR041).
• When required, you will deputise for the Production Manager, including scheduling work and coordinating departmental priorities.
• You will be responsible for liaising with the Production Manager regarding the ordering and stock control of gas cylinders, pure source gases, and general support gases.

What Makes You Great

• You should possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, required for dealing on a regular one-to-one basis with members of your team and other stakeholders
• A- level minimum in a science discipline
• You will have sound organisational ability with the capacity to work individually or within the team
• You will be IT literate and have the adaptability to use bespoke software systems, Microsoft Word and Excel and database software.
• Extensive experience in the handling of gas cylinders, vacuum equipment, laboratory high pressure gas control equipment, high precision balances and high pressure gases

Why you will love working with us

We are the largest provider of industrial, medical and special gases in the UK and Ireland. From cutting harmful emissions, to providing life-saving oxygen and keeping food fresh, our gases play an essential role in everyday life. Our values – Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion and Community are at the heart of everything we do. They help us create an environment that puts safety first, where people do things the right way, new ideas are welcomed and everyone can be themselves.

At BOC, we take pride in our people and work hard to provide an enriching, enjoyable place to work. We have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and excel. We are always raising the bar, and because we are part of Linde, a global company, our people have limitless opportunities to grow and make a difference, all over the world.

What we offer you!

At Linde, inclusion is core to what we do. As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, we offer enhanced maternity pay, along with a range of leave options to support life’s important moments, such as fertility treatment, adoption and shared parental. Our dedicated menopause policy, champions and employee resource groups, empower you to feel fully supported both professionally and personally.

We're passionate about helping our employees grow through excellent career progression opportunities. From tailored training programs to ongoing learning and professional development, you’ll have access to the resources you need to thrive!

Here’s a Snapshot Of The Benefits We Offer

• Bonus scheme tied to both individual and company performance
• Generous pension with up to 10.7% employer contributions
• Holiday allowance of 26 days plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 30 additional days
• Healthcare trust offering comprehensive coverage including neurodiversity assessments for you and your dependents
• Employee assistance programme for your well-being
• Exclusive access to our discount shopping portal

Have we inspired you? Lets talk about it

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are more than happy to work with you to provide reasonable adjustments to enable you to present your best self.

Not sure if you fulfil the full criteria for this role? Regardless, we'd still like to hear from you! We look forward to receiving your application via our online careers site, hearing your story and getting to know you better!

Your contact person

BOC Limited, a Linde company

Alan Rigby

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BOC Limited, a Linde company acts responsibly towards its shareholders, business partners, employees, society and the environment in every one of its business areas, regions and locations across the globe. The company is committed to technologies and products that unite the goals of customer value and sustainable development.