Process Chemist

The Opportunity:

This is a fantastic chance for an experienced Process Chemist or a Chemical Engineering or Chemistry graduate to join our team in a busy, hands-on laboratory and factory setting. The role involves working in a well-established, award-winning facility as part of a small Chemistry team on the late shift, working a 4-day week but earning a full-time salary.

The successful candidate will assist the Senior Process Chemist in the analyses, control, and maintenance of all wet processes/chemistry and assist in the running of the water and chemical waste treatment. Key responsibilities include:

Control and troubleshooting of all wet processes (Chemistry)
Involved in the installation and commission of new equipment and processes
Maintain machinery and equipment in accordance with maintenance schedule
Ensure that water and chemical waste treatment controls are maintained in accordance with statutory requirements
Use of documentation control systems – paper and electronic

What You Will Bring to the Team:

Preferably 2+ years of experience in a Chemist's role
Logical thinking and a good application of the scientific method
A degree in Chemical Engineering or another Chemistry-based qualification
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and excellent data and statistical analysis skills
Ability to maintain a high level of detail
Good understanding of technical documentation
The ability to work unsupervised in a Night Shift role

Benefits:

The starting salary is £27,552. After 6 months and subject to meeting the required performance criteria, their salary will increase to £29,232. Additionally, they will be eligible for a quarterly company bonus scheme, contributory pension, and death in service insurance.

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