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Cranleigh Scientific
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Ripley, Derbyshire
Development Chemist
Overview
A market-leading chemical manufacturing business based in Derbyshire is currently recruiting for a Development Chemist to join its coatings formulation team on a permanent basis. As Development Chemist, you will play a pivotal role in the research and development of wood treatment coatings and exterior paints - whilst having the ability to provide technical feedback to customers/clients. Development Chemist Responsibilities Innovation and development of new coatings products. Managing formulation projects from laboratory through customer trials to full-scale manufacture. Troubleshooting any issues arising during the manufacturing process. Analysis of current/future markets for development. Competitor product analysis. Existing product evaluation and formulation modification as required. Source, test and approve raw materials for new and existing products. Liaising with suppliers as required. Preparing samples of products for customer approval. Assisting when required with day to day lab duties including quality control of blends, including but not limited to; viscosity, pH and colour testing. Development Chemist Requirements Degree qualification in Chemistry or closely related field of study. Industry formulation experience working with chemicals - ideally coatings/paints. The ability to guide the company in terms of innovation and suggestions to move the company forward. The ability to manage and progress projects. Excellent communication skills coupled with the ability to liaise effectively with external parties. In return, the company can provide an excellent platform to develop a successful career working with innovative products and progressing skills-focused to R&D. £Comp Company Benefits. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89818299