At a Glance
- Tasks: Create high-performance adhesives for aerospace while operating advanced coating machinery.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking company in smart manufacturing solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hands-on experience, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting role with potential for career advancement in a growing industry.
- Why this job: Combine your passion for chemistry with cutting-edge technology in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in formulating adhesives and operating coating machinery is essential.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Smart Manufacturing Solutions are recruiting on behalf of one of our clients for a skilled Formulation & Process Specialist. This unique role bridges polymer chemistry and hands-on manufacturing. You will formulate high-performance adhesives, mainly epoxy and polyester, tailored for aerospace applications. Additionally, you will set up and operate our continuous roll-to-roll coating line to precisely apply these adhesives to thin foil and film substrates.
Responsibilities
- Synthesize, modify, and optimize adhesive systems, primarily epoxy and polyester, to meet strict aerospace performance, thermal, and regulatory standards.
- Set up and operate a continuous web coating line, ensuring precise coat weight control on delicate thin foils and films.
- Manage line tension, web handling, line speeds, and curing parameters to eliminate defects like voiding, dynamic tension lines, or uneven curing.
- Conduct mechanical and analytical testing (e.g., peel strength, water immersion tests, bend testing) to validate bond integrity and aerospace compliance.
- Maintain meticulous records of batch formulations, process parameters, and quality control metrics for aerospace traceability.
Requirements
- Proven hands-on experience formulating structural adhesives, especially epoxy resins and polyesters.
- Direct background operating continuous web/roll-to-roll coating machinery (e.g., slot-die, gravure, or comma bar).
Formulation and Process Specialist employer: smart manufacturing solutions
At Smart Manufacturing Solutions, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and innovative work environment where skilled professionals can thrive. As a Formulation and Process Specialist, you will not only engage in cutting-edge polymer chemistry but also enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development within the aerospace sector. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our supportive culture, competitive benefits, and the chance to work with advanced technologies in a location that champions excellence in manufacturing.
Contact Details:
smart manufacturing solutions Recruitment Team
