NES Fircroft is collaborating with an independent, family-owned company based in West Bromwich, West Midlands, that manufactures organic chemicals for various industries, including Pharmaceutical, Agrochemical, Rubber, Polymer, Food & Beverage, and allied sectors. We are seeking a Polymer Chemist to join an existing team to work on a lower tier COMAH facility.
Our client requires a hands-on and technically sound Chemist with the view to developing into an enthusiastic and passionate Polymer Chemist/Rubber Technologist.
Responsibilities:
* Responsible for synthesis of novel rubber accelerators, development of accelerator systems and polymer compounds for a variety of markets and applications.
* Conducts research, analysis, synthesis, and experimentation on new and existing materials/substances for product and process development and application.
* Ability to provide Production and Quality Control Support on a range of products.
* Perform analytical and physical testing of rubber products.
* Performs physical testing to define material/product properties.
* Analyse and interpret test data, prepare technical reports for use by sales and management personnel.
* Comply with workplace safety standards.
* Independently perform lab work and evaluation, initially under supervision.
* Investigates and evaluates new raw materials for use in new or existing products.
* Execute designed experiments to validate hypotheses as they relate to elastomeric based materials, specifically in the areas of vulcanization and physical properties.
* Apply knowledge of factors influencing processing of elastomeric based materials, materials chemistry, synthesis and characterization techniques.
* Relate material properties to real-world product performance.
* Excellent written and verbal reporting skills.
Minimum Requirements:
* Minimum of degree level (or Equivalent) in Applied Chemistry or Elastomer technology.
* Rubber experience not essential as training will be given, including completion of a Diploma in Rubber Technology and Science.
Career Development:
With experience, guidance, and training from the team, the successful candidate will develop into a Senior Polymer Chemist position and would be expected in time to:
* Have an excellent knowledge of regulation and standards that dictate the rubber industry.
* Be familiar with compounding requirements for all polymer families including lattices for medical, consumer, and engineering applications.
* Have a fundamental understanding of elastomer vulcanization, elastomer-filler interactions, and physical properties.
* Communicate and potentially travel to global customers to provide technical support.
* Evaluate the changing face of the Rubber Industry and the effect on their range of chemicals.
* Understand competitive materials and defend the brand and its products and services.
* Write technical papers for publication and present at international conferences.
If you are interested in this position, please forward your updated CV.
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