Senior Polymer Applications Specialist

3 weeks ago

Four Ashes, Staffordshire, United Kingdom SI Group Full time

Role Overview

As a Senior Polymer Applications Specialist at SI Group, you will be responsible for designing and executing polymer testing protocols, managing lab operations, and supporting product development. This involves operating lab equipment, conducting physical tests, and collaborating with teams to drive innovation while ensuring safety, environmental, and quality compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and conduct polymer/chemical tests and manage application projects.
  • Operate lab equipment (extruders, moulders, mixers) and perform physical tests (color, rheology, mechanical, thermal).
  • Maintain and troubleshoot lab instruments and equipment.
  • Ensure safe lab operations, maintain SOPs, and recommend process improvements.
  • Coordinate raw material availability and sample dispatch.
  • Collaborate with internal/external production sites and support cross-functional projects.

Requirements

  • BSc/MSc in Polymer/Material Science with extensive experience in R&D or technical service roles.
  • Expertise in polymer processing (extrusion, molding), equipment maintenance, and product formulations.
  • Strong understanding of polymer properties, physical testing, and processing modifications.
  • Good interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Familiarity with SAP, Sales Force, and EHS standards.
  • Flexibility for travel and occasional out-of-hours support.

What We Offer

We strive for all employees to nurture physical, mental and emotional health both personally and professionally. Our commitment to health and wellness centres around prevention, early detection and embracing a healthy lifestyle. Some offerings may vary by role or country, but may include:

Physical Health benefits including healthcare packages and vision care subsidies.

Financial Wellness opportunities including life assurance and enhanced employer pension contributions.

Wellbeing benefits including additional holiday entitlement, flexible and hybrid working opportunities, access to mental health support, various optional social activities, and fruit available on site.

Progression opportunities including access to learning and development programmes that will empower you to grow both personally and professionally.

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