Technologist

Science Solutions are recruiting for a Technologist in the Southwest of Devon for a materials manufacturer.

To be considered for the role of Technologist you must be degree educated in materials science, chemistry, polymer chemistry or a similar subject. You must also have at least 1 year of industrial experience too.

As a Technologist, you will be responsible for managing various projects, designing and formulating materials to maximise properties and provide technical support to cross functional divisions within the business.

Role requirements

• Degree educated as a minimum in materials science, chemistry, polymer chemistry or a similar subject.
• Previous experience in a lab environment is essential.
• Knowledge of plastics and rubber technologies highly desirable.
• Knowledge of various materials and experience of material development essential.

Role responsibilities

• Manage projects through the development and introduction of new materials into production.
• Maintain the documentation for materials to ensure that is kept accurate to lab standards.
• Design and formulate materials to maximise properties and comply with health and safety.
• Test materials and products to customer specifications, prepare reports off the back of your tests.
• Play an active role in process improvement and the implementation of change.