Synthetic Polymer Chemist

Synthetic Polymer Chemist required on a permanent basis in South Yorkshire. Requiring a degree in Chemistry or related subject and proven industrial experience of synthesising polymers.

Title: Synthetic Polymer Chemist

Location: South Yorkshire

Salary: £30,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience)

Term: Permanent

SRG are currently working with a well-established company producing a wide variety of emulsions and adhesives for a wide range of applications. As their success continues and the company continues to grow, they are looking to hire a Synthetic Polymer Chemist to join their small technical team based in South Yorkshire. This role would suit candidates with proven industrial experience of developing and synthesising polymer-based products.

Benefits: An excellent opportunity to join a well-established company with a fast-paced, people-focused working environment. Working hours: 8:00am-4:00pm (with flexibility).

Role / Description

1. Develop new and existing polymer/emulsion products, working on multiple projects simultaneously
2. Support in the synthesis and development of polymer-based products
3. Support process improvement of formulations
4. Support in various short-term applications and development projects
5. Support in the scale-up of new products, providing support to production as and when needed
6. Convert successful formulations into manufacturing instructions, supporting the scale-up from laboratory to production
7. Advising production teams on appropriate adjustments to ensure product meets customer specification
8. Complete production Quality Control (QC) as required

Requirements

1. A degree in Chemistry or similar (Polymer Science etc.)
2. Proven recent industrial formulation/development experience of synthesising polymers and polymer-based products
3. Excellent communication skills both written and spoken
4. Well organised with good time management skills
5. Enthusiastic, keen to learn and self-motivated

If you would like to apply for this position, please use the link provided. Alternatively, please email a copy of your CV. For more information regarding this position or any others, please call Tom.

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