Research and Development Chemist

Research and Development Chemist (R&D)

Stockport

Monday to Thursday 8am to 4pm with early Friday finish 8am to 1pm!

Negotiable Salary + Nest Pension (5% + 5% Contributions) + 20 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Research and Development Chemist required to join a successful and stable SME in a varied role that blends quality control, product development, benchmarking, and technical support. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company committed to innovation, offering training and development to support your career growth.

This position has become available due to an internal promotion, reflecting the company’s commitment to nurturing talent. This role offers an excellent opportunity to grow within a supportive company that values innovation and development.

Key Responsibilities of the Research and Development Chemist:

* Develop and refine product formulations to enhance performance, ensure compliance, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
* Conduct quality control testing and approve raw materials, intermediate products, and finished goods to meet specifications.
* Benchmark company products against competitors, identifying areas for improvement.
* Evaluate and approve raw materials from suppliers.
* Provide technical support to internal teams, including marketing.
* Maintain accurate and comprehensive technical documentation.
* Split your time between laboratory-based R&D work and quality control tasks in the manufacturing department.
 
The Research and Development Chemist:

* A degree or equivalent qualification in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field (preferred).
* Experience in a laboratory or manufacturing setting is highly desirable.