Renolit UK Limited is a leading manufacturer of high-quality exterior PVC window films and interior kitchen films, dedicated to delivering innovative solutions for residential and commercial applications. With a focus on excellence in product quality, performance, and customer satisfaction, we are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Polymer Technologist (Coating Specialist) to join our New Product Development team. If you have a passion for cutting-edge coating technologies, sustainable practices, and creative surface design, we want to hear from you!
As a Polymer Technologist (Coating Specialist), you will play a key role in the research, development, and production of decorative PVC films.
Working within the Development Team, you will contribute to the development of new products, improvement of existing formulations, and optimisation of manufacturing processes. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing industry.
It is desirable for the candidate to understand polymers, resins, and surface coating/decorating technologies (printing, priming, embossing etc.) and can bring new methodologies in these areas.
Your tasks at RENOLIT
* Develop and optimise coating formulations and techniques, including excimer, UV and 2K lacquers for PVC furniture films.
* Design and implement novel water-based inks and primers, enhancing performance and sustainability across products.
* Serve as a specialist in embossing techniques, creating innovative textures and patterns to enhance surface aesthetics.
* Introduce new features to surfaces, improving functionality and aligning with market trends.
* Develop and evaluate new products for new and existing applications, bringing them to market speedily and effectively.
* To support product qualification and approval programmes in support of the NPD&I portfolio where appropriate.
* Conduct laboratory experiments and testing to evaluate the properties and characteristics of films and surface coatings.
* Work with production personnel and provide technical support and assistance as required to resolve production and quality issues in support of new and existing products.
* Provide technical support to customers regarding product specifications, application techniques, and troubleshooting assistance.
* Assist in the evaluation of raw materials, suppliers, and vendors to ensure compliance with quality standards, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability requirements.
* Willingness and flexibility to travel as required for customer visits, training sessions, and industry events and work after hours as needed to support trials and customer requirements.
What we expect
* Degree (BSc, MSc, PhD etc.) in Chemistry, Polymer Science or Material Science is essential.
* Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in the coating industry is essential and experience in an industry relating to plastics or materials would be desirable.
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and effectively.
* Knowledge of new product development, process safety, optimisation, and improvements.
* Ability to plan, organise, carry out testing work and to analyse results.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
* Full, clean driving licence.
* Self-motivated, inquisitive, and pro-active.
What we offer
* Attractive salary (dependent on experience), commensurate with qualifications and experience
* 25 days holiday entitlement including 2 fixed days during the Christmas shutdown (3 in 2025/26) and 8 bank holidays
* Company pension scheme
* Free on site parking
* Subsidised canteen
* Cycle to work scheme
* EAP
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