Coating Chemist
2 months ago
Sawston, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Pulpex
Full time
Coating Chemist RoleWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Coating Chemist to join our R&D team at Pulpex Ltd. As part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing high-performance coatings to deliver enhanced performance and sustainability in packaging.
Key Responsibilities:- Develop and optimize new coating formulations to meet specific performance criteria, such as barrier performance, durability, and appearance.
- Collaborate with the barrier chemistry team to characterize coating properties using various analytical techniques and instrumentation.
- Work with the Industrialization team to optimize formulations for deployment onto Pulpex Packaging.
- Maintain detailed records of formulation recipes, test results, and process parameters.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
- Master's Degree in a relevant scientific discipline (Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science) with a minimum of 2 years of post-graduate experience in an industrial setting.
- A keen eye for detail and problem-solving mindset.
- Ability to take the initiative and dictate own workload during busy periods.
- Take pride in the quality of your work.
- Ability to work and communicate effectively as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn and develop one's skillset, and to share existing skills and knowledge with others.
- Embracing change and challenging the status quo.
- Pride in our efforts and determination to make a difference.
- People-first approach and support for team members.
- Networked to succeed and connected for fast problem-solving.
- Learning daily and continuous improvement.
- Focused on the goal and using science to leave a positive impact.