Lead Research & Development Chemist
39 hours per week
Competitive Salary
An established polyurethane systems manufacture based in Accrington is looking for a full time senior research & development chemist to work in their technical department on a permanent basis.
Key Responsibilities of the Lead R&D Chemist:
The successful candidate will lead the laboratory team to carry out research and development of polyurethane based products and raw materials.
* Lead the development of new polyurethane formulations in various product areas such as sprayfoams, structural insulation panel foam, cast elastomers, polyureas and prepolymers.
* Liaise with existing and potential raw material suppliers.
* Organise ongoing calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
* Laboratory testing and assessment of polyurethane chemical raw materials and formulated systems.
* Develop, prepare and test development samples of polyurethane system products in line with company test procedures.
* Following company procedures, set up required documents for new products, such as technical data sheets and safety data sheets.
* Quality control testing of products during manufacture.
* Verifying and communicating results obtained, to make appropriate entries in the required records and to generate reports for release to customers.
* Collect, receive and log in samples to the required systems for analysis.
* Maintain documentation as required to meet various accreditations such as ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO45001
Job Qualifications:
* A degree or equivalent in a Chemistry based subject. However applicants with experience in the polyurethane industry will also be considered.
* The successful candidate will ideally have the following experience and attributes,
* Experience in a lab environment, preferably in the polyurethane industry would be an advantage.
* Experience and knowledge of polymer and related chemicals testing.
* Familiarity with KF and titration methodologies.
* General quality control testing experience.
* Good communication, problem solving and organisational skills.
* A full driving license.
Company Benefits:
* Life assurance
* 25 days holiday plus bank holiday
* Company Pension – 5% Employer contribution
* Medicash
* Long service awards
Additional Information:
If you would like to be considered for this Lead R&D Chemist position, please apply providing a CV and a Covering Letter (outlining your suitability for the role)