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We are seeking a Production Chemist to join our client's team and take responsibility for the optimal performance of their plating facility. This hands-on role involves managing both the Commercial and Operational requirements, with a focus on monitoring, testing, and developing processes to ensure quality and compliance.
- Up to 35,000 DOE
- Full time - Permanent
- Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm and Friday 8am to 12.30pm
- Poole, Dorset
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the plating facility, ensuring it meets both Operational and Commercial objectives through rigorous process monitoring, testing, and adherence.
- Manage and operate the business's effluent system, ensuring waste is controlled and disposed of in line with company policy and legal regulations.
- Perform basic plant maintenance, including the upkeep of filters, temperature controls, and other routine tasks to maintain optimal conditions.
- Conduct quality checks, inspection routines, and analyse process performance data to ensure compliance and escalate any risks of non-conformance.
- Provide expertise and support across all chemistry processes.
- Lead and mentor a chemistry assistant to achieve defined objectives.
- Collaborate with local authorities to manage effluent and ensure adherence to consents.
- Drive continuous improvement of chemistry processes and procedures through the application of experience and knowledge.
- Maintain accurate logs, records, and process documentation to comply with internal, legal, and regulatory standards, including ISO14001 & ISO9001.
- Lead investigations and improvement activities to enhance chemistry processes and uphold health, safety, and cleanliness standards.
Key Requirements:
- Strong knowledge and experience of Health & Safety and Environmental procedures.
- Previous experience in electroplating or other surface treatments is highly preferred.
- Proven experience managing and processing plating effluent streams is desirable.
- A degree in Chemistry or equivalent knowledge (e.g., proven experience, GCSEs (A-C), A-Levels, or vocational qualifications) is required.
- Understanding of chemistry maintenance routines and their practical application is advantageous.
- Previous experience in a production environment is a plus.
- Attention to detail, a diligent and methodical approach, and strong communication skills.
- Ability to prioritise work effectively to achieve results.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging environment where you will have the chance to make a real impact on the business's chemistry processes. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for chemistry and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you!
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