Chemist

My client is looking for process chemists to join a pre existing manufacturing technology team. Together you will deliver strategic projects in areas such as supply security, component/process optimisation, manufacturing capacity and flexibility, new product development and cost optimisation.

Role Responsibilities

• High standard of laboratory safety and housekeeping
• Designing, planning and execution of experimental programmes and associated analytical testing with guidance from supervisor
• Operation of a Pilot Plant unit and support process improvements and process safety activities 
• Evaluations of new raw materials and component suppliers
• Analysis and insight in support of lab or plant troubleshooting, process optimisation, New Product Development projects and fundamental understanding activities
• Technical recommendations based on interpretation of experimental results/data
• Enhanced fundamental understanding of products/processes
• Documentation of experimental results and learnings through knowledge management

What skills will you gain?

• Expertise in analysis and synthesis 
• Knowledge of our commercial products, processes and associated analytical techniques
• Understanding of how new technologies and knowledge are translated from lab to commercial operations
• An understanding of project planning and reporting as well as the business context behind new projects

Key Requirements

• A high regard for both safety and quality
• A sound science background with a degree in chemistry or a related scientific discipline
• Strong technical competencies with an aptitude for practical laboratory and/or pilot plant work and organic synthesis: experience in analytical chemistry techniques would be an advantage
• Diligence to accurately manage test results, technical information, and lab records, combined with the ability to interpret data and make recommendations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to develop personal relationships with team colleagues
• Well-developed time management and personal organizational skills