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 pay, hands-on experience, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic work environment with a focus on quality and precision.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of innovation in aerospace materials and processes.
- Qualifications: Experience with structural adhesives and coating machinery is essential.
The predicted salary is between 38000 - 38000 £ 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).
- Skilled in handling delicate materials like thin metal foils and high-performance polymer films without tearing or wrinkling.
- Prior experience in the aerospace sector (or automotive/electronics with stringent QA standards) is highly desirable.
Working Hours
Monday to Wednesday 7:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday 7:00am - 4:30pm
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Contact Details:
smart manufacturing solutions Recruitment Team
