Are you ready to make a significant impact on a dynamic and growing company? We are seeking a talentedSenior Chemist/ R&D team leader who will bebased at our Chapeltown, Sheffield site and will oversee the development and optimization of robust formulations from lab to production scale and support as required once in the market.
Your main tasks will be:
* Oversee development and optimization of formulations from lab to production and market support
* Develop new products/formulations and reformulate existing ones
* Conduct lab development, testing, analysis, competitor benchmarking, and stability studies
* Evaluate and approve alternative/new raw materials, including supplier meetings
* Progress projects to production scale-up, ensuring compliance with FMAP processes
* Write and present technical reports to stakeholders; ensure regulatory compliance and performance metrics
* Contribute to ideation and innovation processes, building a pipeline of innovation and NPD projects
* Lead, coach, and train team members, coordinating work to meet R&D targets and maintaining project documentation
What we are looking for:
1. Degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, polymer/materials science, or related field with 7+ years of industry experience
2. Proven experience in product development using stage-gated project plans
3. Ability to present clear and ...