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Industrial Chemical Processing & Distribution
Our client is an established UK chemical processing and distribution business, known for delivering high-quality products with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and technical excellence. With a reputation built on strong technical expertise and a supportive, collaborative culture, the business is growing and expanding its production team.
They are now seeking a Production Chemist who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced manufacturing environment. Based within their UK operations, you will play a key role in developing, running, and optimising chemical production processes, ensuring products meet strict quality requirements while maintaining safe and efficient manufacturing practices. The role suits a chemist with strong practical skills, a problem-solving mindset, and a genuine passion for industrial chemistry.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and optimise chemical processes to support efficient, high-quality production
- Run and monitor mixing and repackaging operations, including the safe handling of air-sensitive and moisture-reactive reagents
- Conduct quality control testing on raw materials and finished goods to ensure compliance with specifications
- Identify and troubleshoot production issues to improve process efficiency and minimise downtime
- Maintain clear and accurate documentation, including batch records, test results, and technical logs
- Collaborate with management and production staff to resolve technical challenges and enhance manufacturing procedures
- Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality regulations, including the safe handling of hazardous materials
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Must-Haves
- Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
- Experience in a production, manufacturing, or laboratory environment, ideally 3+ years
- Strong knowledge of industrial chemistry and chemical process operations
- Hands-on experience with analytical instruments such as GC, HPLC, and spectroscopy
- Excellent problem-solving ability and high attention to detail, particularly around safety and documentation
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Strong organisational and time management skills
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Nice-to-Haves
- Knowledge of GMP and industry safety regulations
- Experience handling air-sensitive or moisture-reactive reagents in a production setting
- Familiarity with COSHH and hazardous substance handling within UK manufacturing
- Exposure to continuous improvement methods such as Lean or Six Sigma
What's in it for you?
- Join an established, reputable UK business with strong technical expertise
- Be part of a supportive, collaborative team environment
- Real opportunities for progression and skill development
- Company-wide training initiatives, with additional specialist and on-the-job training available
- Competitive salary and benefits package
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