Materials Specialist

1 month ago

London, United Kingdom Algreen Ltd. Full time

Company Description

Algreen Ltd. is a renewable chemical company focused on developing sustainable and biobased polymers for a green future. We aim to create alternative products to replace plastics and unsustainable fossil-based products used in many industries, such as cosmetics, farming, fashion, automotive, medical, and more. Underpinning the excellent technical support that drives robust product supply are technical processes & strategies around knowledge management, manufacturability, technical validation approaches, and problem-solving in alignment with the delivery of the technical inputs needed for fulfilling the Company Business Growth Strategy. We work closely with many technical functions across Operations, providing the ability to drive R&D and build capability within our organisation and our ways of working.

Key Roles

This is a full-time on-site Materials Specialist role specialising in polyurethane-based materials. The Materials Specialist will be responsible for day-to-day tasks associated with R&D, handling, management, and control of materials. This includes but is not limited to analyzing and testing materials, researching, managing inventory, and ensuring timely delivery of materials to production lines. You will ensure the robustness of Algreen commercial products and the performance of the related manufacturing processes and analytical methods. You will play a significant role in crafting an organization prepared for future challenges.

Your responsibilities will include

  • Developing and overseeing the strategy and capability building in the areas of material and product development to support the supply network.
  • Analysis of chemical, optical, morphological, and mechanical properties of polyurethane and other biopolymer products.
  • Refinement and trouble-shoot existing polyurethane products
  • Investigations into product performances and failure mechanisms
  • Customer focussed development of application processes for specialised applications
  • Define polyurethane product specifications and limitations
  • Maintain high general housekeeping standards
  • Uphold a high standard of safety and quality levels
  • Craft the strategy for demonstrating raw materials' physical properties to enable emerging new material innovations for real-world product applications on time.
  • Supporting revenue protection and revenue acceleration to Algreen’s commercial portfolio by providing cross-product leadership to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in material innovation and characterization and by identifying the optimal strategies to achieve multi-site/multi-product development and production.
  • Maintaining technical knowledge in the area of subject matter expertise, including changes in the regulatory expectations and up-to-date advances in new technologies to aid in the improvement of raw material, intermediates, and final product investigational methods
  • Leading, mentoring and coaching other scientific leaders within their area of expertise, building future analytical capability in the organization aligned with the needs of our strategic workforce plan.
  • Being active in internal and external scientific communities and networks pertaining to expertise.

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of what the general responsibilities will be and that the job description may be subject to changes according to the organisation's requirements. You will be expected to complete all tasks within the level of your skill and ability. All these activities will have a significant impact on the overall success of Algreen and ensure the commercial viability of current products. These activities will help to ensure the availability of all Algreen products to the commercial organisation. The role, therefore, has a significant impact on both the financial and reputational aspects of the business.

Qualifications

  • Degree or PhD level or considerable post-degree experience in an appropriate subject area such as chemistry, chemical engineering, material sciences, or a similar subject area.
  • Excellent communication and leadership with demonstration of ability to work across different functions and in an intercultural environment
  • Professional credibility within the business and industry
  • Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
  • Background in biobased polymers in Foam, CASE (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants and Elastomers), thermoplastic, reaction injection molding (RIM), Binders, etc
  • You must possess relevant experience working in the polymer industry – ideally R&D based.
  • Experience of working within a laboratory
  • Understanding of characterisation and analysis techniques - SEM, FTIR, UV-Vis, TGA, MS
  • Demonstrates good computer skills (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
  • Demonstrates good mathematical and literacy skills
  • Project planning and time management skills
  • Exhibits strong communication and inter-personnel skills
  • Motivated and committed team player with good levels of initiative

Desirable Requirements

  • Excellent understanding of the overall polyurethane product development and commercialization process from development, launch and through life cycle management
  • Previous experience and training in problem-solving tools
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus
  • Experience in polyurethanes
  • Understanding of curing methods and mechanisms of paint components

Benefit

  • Competitive salary with potential bonus;
  • 20 paid holidays per year;
  • An inspiring team to work and grow with

Working Location : White City London, on-site

Starting Time : ASAP

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