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R&D Chemist

Wellingborough
Posted about 22 hours ago
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Axalta develops, manufactures and sells a wide selection of performance and transportation coatings around the world. Our customers range from the largest, global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to small, family-owned businesses. Our employees are committed to providing the best possible customer experience, service and product support to every one of our brands. U-POL specialises in the manufacture of bodyfiller, protective coatings, aerosols within the Axalta business. U-POL manufactures in the UK at its Wellingborough site and has a market reputation for high quality products.

We are currently looking for a new recruit to join our friendly and highly innovative product development team in our global technical centre in Wellingborough, UK.

Job Purpose:

The successful candidate will support Filler development work within the Wellingborough Technology Team.

Principal Accountabilities:

  • Observing all safety requirements in the workplace.
  • Preparation and evaluation of Filler formulations.
  • Accurately running and recording test results for all formulations.
  • Effectively interpret testing data and be able to communicate information to direct Manager in an organised way using Microsoft Office Suite
  • Support and communication with team members, including other Technicians, Chemists and Technical Demonstrators.
  • Documentation of experimental test results using computer programs such as Word, Excel and SharePoint.
  • Actively participate in 5S initiatives to help improve lab productivity and overall safety within the laboratory.
  • Safely handle, categorise and dispose of chemicals on a routine basis.
  • Ability to safely load, test and transport materials in the laboratory.
  • Handle multiple tasks under strict time constraints
  • Ability to work well with Manager and a variety of R&D, Manufacturing and Marketing personnel in a team environment

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Person specification:

  • Degree, Chemistry preferred.
  • Chemistry and/or coating formulation knowledge.
  • Laboratory experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong interest in hands-on work to ensure good understanding of the products.
  • Effective problem solver.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills to be able to work well in both self-managed and team environments.
  • Excellent organisational skills to effectively manage multiple projects.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, Test Methods and SOP’s.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint.

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

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Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.

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Skills

Chemistry
Coating formulation
Laboratory testing
Data interpretation
Microsoft Office Suite
5S methodology
Chemical handling
Safety compliance
Technical documentation
Problem solving
Communication
Project management
SOP interpretation
Report writing

Location

Wellingborough, England, United Kingdom

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