At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyse samples using advanced techniques like GC and HPLC in a dynamic lab environment.
- Company: Join a respected multinational chemicals manufacturer with a stellar reputation.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous holiday, and shift allowance.
- Other info: Flexible shift pattern with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a role that values your analytical skills and teamwork.
- Qualifications: HND or BSc in Chemistry or related field; hands-on experience with GC and HPLC required.
The predicted salary is between 37350 - 45650 £ per year.
Shift Analytical Chemist required on a permanent basis, based in North Cheshire. Recent and proven industrial experience using GC, HPLC and wet chemistry is required. Manual driving licence is essential.
SRG are working with a multinational chemicals manufacturer who produce a highly varied range of products. Based in North Cheshire, their central Analytical Team is now looking to hire a Shift Analytical Chemist on a permanent basis. This role will see the successful candidate support with testing of samples from across the site, from multiple departments and customers. This would be an excellent opportunity for Chemists with good analytical skills and experience to join a company with a fantastic reputation.
Benefits: You would be joining a team in a respected and successful company, with an outstanding reputation. Generous salary and shift allowance, 26 days holiday as standard plus 8 statutory days.
Shift Pattern: 4 on (2 days: 6.00am-6.00pm; 2 nights: 6.00pm-6.00am), 6 days off. 7 shift rotations, followed by a 20-day break.
Role / Description:
- Collecting liquid and gaseous samples from various locations across site
- Analysing collected samples and samples sent from internal teams or external customers, including organic, inorganic and environmental samples
- Using instrumentation including GC, HPLC, ICP, MS and Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy to conduct analysis, as well as density, colour and wet chemistry tests.
- Validating and reporting on analytical results, identifying anomalies and taking appropriate action.
- Responding to unscheduled analytical requirements and site emergencies, as necessary
- Basic instrument maintenance and calibration
- Using prescribed analytical procedures and maintaining records to ensure required standards are met
- Conducting environmental measurements for any emergency response situations on or off site
Requirements:
- HND or BSc degree in Chemistry, Analytical Science, Forensic Science or similar preferred
- Good practical analytical skills – recent hands-on industrial experience of GC (Gas Chromatography) and HPLC in particular, ICP or MS is preferable.
- Valid manual driving licence essential
- Excellent time management skills, able to adapt according to priorities and think clearly under pressure
- A strong team player, able to collaborate and support colleagues as needed
For more information please call Chris on 0161 667 1795.
Locations
Shift Analytical Chemist in Cheshire, Chester employer: SRG
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