Coatings Specialist - New Product Development required based in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Requiring recent, proven industrial experience of developing coatings (related to plastics or materials is desirable), including UV coatings and lacquers.
Title: Coatings Specialist - New Product Development
Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Salary: £32,000 - £40,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Term: Permanent
SRG are working with a global and innovative producer of coatings and polymer-based products that have been established for over 75 years. They are seeking to hire a Coatings Specialist at their site in Newcastle-upon-Tyne to focus on the development of new products, as well as support in the improvement of existing formulations. This role will suit candidates that have recent, proven industrial experience in the coatings industry, with desirable experience being in UV coatings and lacquers, particularly relating to products that are plastic, or material based. This is a great opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing industry.
Benefits and working hours: 35.5 hours per week, 9am - 5pm Monday - Thursday and 9am - 3pm on Fridays. 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays. Company pension scheme and discretionary bonus.
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