Job Description
Position: Product Technologist
Type: Permanent
Location: Sherborne
Salary: Competitive, with excellent benefits
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 37.5 hours per week, with flexitime opportunities
We have an exciting opportunity for a Product Technologist to join one of Europe's leading glass fibre manufacturers. Our client prides themselves on their state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and their innovative approach to producing world-class products. Recent Graduates will be considered forthis role.
As a Product Technologist, you will be responsible for providing technical support and development within the existing business, as well as assisting with future technical projects.
Main Duties:
1. Provide direction and support to ensure compliance with legislation
2. Coordinate regular testing of products to identify and address faults, providing evaluations to improve their quality
3. Develop and update technological processes for production
4. Prepare and maintain up-to-date technical documentation
5. Monitor production processes to ensure adherence to parameters and specifications
6. Develop improvement plans for products and processes, analysing data to identify areas for enhancement
7. Conduct research and development work in laboratories and production facilities
8. Utilise company manufacturing systems to maintain accurate written and electronic records
Position Requirements:
9. Educated to degree level in Chemistry or Materials Science
10. Demonstrable problem-solving skills
11. Attention to detail and ability to work with precision
12. Excellent communication skills
13. Experience in implementing ideas to simplify and improve business processes
14. Good understanding of IT systems and excellent Excel skills
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive local business with a competitive salary and exceptional benefits. If you have the skills and experience to be our next Product Technologist, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV through this job board or contact Smart Recruitment Yeovil for more information.
Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for any of our roles.