Lead Development Chemist - Chemicals Manufacturer

Job Description

Lead Development Engineer/ChemistFull time - 08:30 - 17:00 Monday to Thursday, 08:30 - 14:00 FridaySalary - Negotiable33 days’ holiday, contributory pension + other benefits package.Location - Whetstone (LE8 6NU)Base Materials Ltd are a chemical engineering business with its core activities being the manufacture of styling, modelling and tooling materials for the production of high quality precision moulds, master models, jigs & fixtures, across a diverse rangeof applications and industries including automotive, aerospace, motor sport, marine and varied industrial application.As part of our ongoing growth plan, we are seeking to appoint an experienced Lead Development Engineer/Chemist to develop leading-edge products in the field of composite materials and to support customers with implementation of new products.Primary Responsibilities / Key AccountabilitiesProduct Development:

• Write work plans to achieve short-term and medium-term product development through chemical product design (formulation of new products).
• Understand testing requirements, prepare quality samples, run corresponding experiments.
• Carry out analytical & mechanical testing (or other) or commission testing (when not available in-house) 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 Base Group Ltd products lines and corresponding competitors’ products
• Support customer enquiries with fact-based scientific lab-work
• Document queries and findings in customer reports

Standards:

• Ensure high standards of housekeeping are maintained throughout the formulation lab
• Respect and 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

Other:

• Facilitate meetings as appropriate
• Train and mentor staff as appropriate within limitations of own authorities/knowledge, competence and resource

The Successful Applicant will have:

• 1st Degree in a field of science or engineering (min grade 2:2) - preferably in materials science, engineering, polymer science or Technology based subject.
• Min 3 years’ industrial experience with relevant scientific background (Within field of composites, adhesives and coatings would be an advantage)
• Experience in FMCG or chemical manufacturing environment, but will consider other manufacturing experience
• A team player with good interpersonal skills
• Strong Project Management and Methodology
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in order to explain processes to a range of people and to give presentations to groups

Key Personal Attributes / Behavioural Competencies:

• A positive and professional attitude
• Strong decision making and accountability
• Self-motivated with a high level of commitment
• Analytical approach
• Can do’ attitude / Provide Solutions / Problem Solving
• Forward thinking, collaborative and seeking continuous improvement
• Hands-on approach with a flexible attitude

If you feel this role looks right for you and you want to join our team, it’s time to get your application started. Please apply through this advert with an up-to-date CV and covering letter to our HR Consultant stating your current salary and/or salaryrequirements and why you feel you are suitable for the role.Please do find out more about us on our website.Deadline for applications: Monday 25th September 2023(This is likely to be a 2-Stage Interview Process with the 2nd interview including at least a Psychometric Assessment and one presentation).NO AGENCIES PLEASE