Formulation and Process Specialist

smart manufacturing solutions
South Shields, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom
2 days ago
£36,000 – £40,000 pa

Salary

£36,000 – £40,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Visa Sponsorship
Available
Posted
25 Jun 2026 (2 days ago)

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension scheme On-site training Personal development plan

Smart Manufacturing Solutions are recruiting on behalf of one of our clients for a skilled Formulation & Process Specialist. This unique role bridges polymer chemistry and hands-on manufacturing. You will formulate high-performance adhesives, mainly epoxy and polyester, tailored for aerospace applications. Additionally, you will set up and operate our continuous roll-to-roll coating line to precisely apply these adhesives to thin foil and film substrates.

Responsibilities

* Synthesize, modify, and optimize adhesive systems, primarily epoxy and polyester, to meet strict aerospace performance, thermal, and regulatory standards.

* Set up and operate a continuous web coating line, ensuring precise coat weight control on delicate thin foils and films.

* Manage line tension, web handling, line speeds, and curing parameters to eliminate defects like voiding, dynamic tension lines, or uneven curing.

* Conduct mechanical and analytical testing (e.g., peel strength, water immersion tests, bend testing) to validate bond integrity and aerospace compliance.

* Maintain meticulous records of batch formulations, process parameters, and quality control metrics for aerospace traceability.

Requirements

* Proven hands-on experience formulating structural adhesives, especially epoxy resins and polyesters.

* Direct background operating continuous web/roll-to-roll coating machinery (e.g., slot-die, gravure, or comma bar).

* Skilled in handling delicate materials like thin metal foils and high-performance polymer films without tearing or wrinkling.

* Prior experience in the aerospace sector (or automotive/electronics with stringent QA standards) is highly desirable.

Working Hours

Monday to Wednesday 7:00am - 5:00pm

Thursday 7:00am - 4:30pm

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