Technologist

CK Group- Science, Clinical and Technical
Coventry, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
4 months ago
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CK Group are recruiting for a Technologist, to join a Flooring Materials manufacturing company, at their site based in Coventry.

The salary for this role ranges from £28,000 - £37,000pa, dependent on experience and ability.

The Technologist will take part in key R&D projects, working in the R&D Team. The working hours are Monday - Friday, 8.30am to 5.15pm (37.5 hours per week).

Location:
The Technologist will be based at the company's site in Coventry, easily commutable from Birmingham.

Technologist Role:
Your main duties will be:

Develop technically innovative new products 
Evaluate and introduce alternative raw materials at laboratory and trial scale
Provide effective technical support to Manufacturing
Identify and implement opportunities to improve the product/process and reduce cost
Identify opportunities for technology transfer and introduction of new technology to deliver innovative new products.
Undertake internal testing and commission external testing when appropriateYour Background:
The ideal candidate for this role will have the following skills and experience:

At least 3 years' experience in Polymer Processing Industry.
Experience in Project Management.
BSc/MChem/MSci Degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science.
Full UK Driving Licence (car not required).Apply:
It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (phone number removed) in all correspondence.

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