Polymer Technologist

CK Group are recruiting for a Polymer Technologist on behalf of a leading multinational producer of household plastic products at their site in Cramlington on a permanent basis, offering a salary upto £40,000 per annum. The company offer excellent opportunities for personal development and career progression, as well as structured training.

The Role:
To contribute to the development of new products and provide technical support to customers.
It is desirable for the candidate to have an understanding of polymers, resins and surface coating/decorating technologies (printing, priming, embossing etc.)

Responsibilities of a successful candidate:
Evolution of existing products and processesProvide technical support and assistance for internal customers, external customers and suppliersManagement of product evaluation and testing as agreed with departmental manager.Manage and control formulation changes in response to product and process requirements.Ensure products comply with current regulations and quality requirements, through establishing control specifications and testing procedures.Provide technical support and expertise for customers. Understand their manufacturing processes as well and legislative requirements.
Candidate Requirements:
Degree (BSc, MSc, PhD etc.) in Chemistry, Polymer Science or Material Science is essential.Previous industrial or post-graduation experience within polymer industry
Apply:
It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 56689 in all correspondence.

---