At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop and optimise innovative polymer compounds in a dynamic R&D environment.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking manufacturing business in Derbyshire.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with a focus on continuous improvement and digital tools.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by solving technical challenges and driving innovation.
- Qualifications: Degree in Chemistry or related field; lab experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
Are you looking to develop your career in research and development within an innovative manufacturing environment? We're recruiting for an R&D Technologist to join a growing technical team, where you'll play a key role in developing new polymer compounds, improving existing formulations, and supporting products from concept through to commercialisation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with existing commercial/industrial lab experience to apply to a new environment and business.
The Role
As an R&D Technologist, you'll work closely with production, quality, commercial teams and customers to develop high-quality, commercially viable polymer compounds. You'll be involved in formulation development, product testing, technical problem-solving, and continuous improvement projects while supporting new product introductions and customer applications.
Key Responsibilities
- Support compound development projects from concept through to commercialisation.
- Develop, test and optimise polymer formulations.
- Provide technical support during product scale-up and new product introductions.
- Investigate and resolve technical and customer-related challenges.
- Maintain accurate formulation data within SAP.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives, including raw material optimisation and cost reduction.
- Assist with laboratory operations and technical documentation.
- Explore the use of digital and AI tools to support innovation, product development and data analysis.
- Visit customers to understand requirements, support product trials and build strong working relationships.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and relevant regulatory requirements.
About You
To be successful in this role, you'll have:
- A degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering or a related scientific discipline.
- Experience in a manufacturing or laboratory-based environment.
- Experience formulating polymeric/plastic materials.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to manage projects from concept through to completion.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain technical information clearly.
- A proactive approach with a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.
- An understanding of AI and digital tools and how they can support product development and data analysis.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365; SAP experience would be advantageous.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- The ability to build effective working relationships across teams and with customers.
Working Hours
Monday - Thursday: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday: 8:30am - 1:30pm
Apply
If you're passionate about research and development, enjoy solving technical challenges, and are looking to join a forward-thinking manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
Research and Development Technologist in High Peak employer: Cranleigh STEM, Sustainability Recruitment
Join a dynamic and innovative manufacturing environment in Derbyshire as an R&D Technologist, where your contributions will directly impact the development of cutting-edge polymer compounds. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous improvement initiatives and hands-on experience with advanced digital tools. With competitive remuneration and a commitment to health and safety, we offer a rewarding career path for those passionate about research and development.
Contact Details:
Cranleigh STEM, Sustainability Recruitment Recruitment Team
