Development Chemist

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Development Chemist
Summary of Position
To develop leading-edge products in the field of composite materials and to support customers with implementation of new products.
Primary Responsibilities / Key Accountabilities
Product Development:
* Write work plans to achieve short-term and medium-term product development through chemical product design.
* Understand testing requirements, prepare quality samples, run corresponding experiments.
* Carry out analytical & mechanical testing or commission testing and interpret data adequately.
* Write technical report and relevant technical datasheets.
* Benchmark existing market-leading products.
* Lead chemical process development through support of pilot batches of new products.
* Set adequate process paperwork to provide guidance to shop floor operators.
Customer Manufacturing Processes:
* Maintain up to date knowledge of products lines and corresponding competitors’ products
* Support customer enquiries with fact-based scientific lab-work
* Document queries and findings in customer report
Standards:
* Ensure high standards of housekeeping are maintained throughout the formulation lab
* Implement Health and Safety risk assessment for all practical tasks, including COSHH assessments.
* Ensuring quality related checks are carried out as appropriate
* Delivering high quality written reports as required
* Lead quality improvement projects when and where required by the business.
Laboratory:
* Develop knowledge of existing laboratory equipment, and identify needs for new techniques or equipment
* Capture essential laboratory activities through the writing of supporting documents
Qualifications & Training
* Degree in a field of science or engineering
Experience
* Minimum three years’ experience with relevant scientific background
* Strong Project Management and Methodology
For a full role specification and further details please contact 3Recruit
Location:
Syston

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