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Junior Lab Technologist (Polymers)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Ripley, United Kingdom
3 weeks ago
£30,000 – £37,500 pa

Salary

£30,000 – £37,500 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Junior
Education
Degree
Posted
8 May 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Benefits

33 Days Holiday Bonus Company Benefits
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Junior Lab Technologist (Polymers)

£30,000 - £37,500 + Bonus + 33 Days Holiday + Company Benefits

Ripley

Are you an aspiring R&D Technologist or similar with laboratory experience, looking for the exciting opportunity to join a global business that will develop your career through on the job lab training, and a clear scope to Senior Technologist?

This site has a strong focus on developing high-quality innovative products and is committed to continuous improvement and sustainable manufacturing practices. Working within a supportive and close-knit team, you'll gain hands-on experience across both laboratory and production environments, contributing to material evaluation, product performance, and new development projects.

In this role you will support R&D projects from concept through to implementation, working closely with senior technologists to develop your technical expertise in polymer applications, while helping solve real-world production and product challenges.
This role would suit someone with a science-based degree and some hands-on lab or technical experience, who is eager to learn and develop within a fast-paced and innovative environment.

This role would suit an aspiring R&D Technologist with laboratory experience, looking to step up into senior roles within a globally recognised business.

The Role:
* Supporting R&D projects from inception through to implementation
* Evaluating raw materials and assisting with product development and testing
* Working alongside senior technologists on development activities
* Operating lab and pilot equipment in line with safe working practices
* Supporting production with technical insights and problem-solving
* 36.5 hours a week

The Person:
* Science-based degree
* Experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or technical environment
* Interest or exposure to polymers or material science
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Keywords: R&D, Junior Technologist, Polymers, PVC, Lab, Development, Materials, Manufacturing, Innovation, Flooring, Ripley.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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