Senior Polymer Technologist

Leicester
4 months ago
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Senior Polymer Technologist

Location: Leicester

Type: Full-time | On-site

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Cranleigh STEM is working in exclusive partnership with a global manufacturer at the forefront of polymer innovation. With a long-standing commitment to sustainability, performance, and continuous R&D investment, they’re now seeking a Senior Polymer Technologist to lead cutting-edge compound development projects within their UK technical team.

Senior Polymer Technologist:

This is a senior-level role, perfect for a confident formulator with a passion for problem-solving and project leadership. You’ll play a key role in the design and development of new polymer compounds, supporting both internal stakeholders and global customers.

Senior Polymer Technologist responsibilities:

Lead compound formulation and development projects to meet customer and market requirements.

Deliver technical support for product scale-up, commercialisation, and quality assurance.

Develop, document, and maintain formulation specs in SAP and quality systems.

Collaborate closely with operations, sales, purchasing, and QC teams.

Provide on-site technical support to customers during trials and troubleshooting.

Research and recommend alternative raw materials to manage supply risks and costs.

Stay abreast of new and emerging polymer technologies, representing the company at industry events.

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across products and processes.
Senior Polymer Technologist requirements:

To succeed in this role, you’ll need to bring a strong technical foundation, practical experience in polymer formulation, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

A degree (BSc or higher) in Polymer Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related discipline.

Proven experience in formulating polymer compounds. It would be highly beneficial to possess halogen-free flame-retardant or TPE materials, but it is not essential.

Hands-on experience with polymer processing (extrusion, injection moulding) and testing methods (DSC, TGA, MFI, etc.).

Confidence in leading customer trials, resolving technical challenges, and collaborating across functions.

Strong communication skills and proficiency in Office 365; SAP experience is a plus.

Willingness to travel occasionally (UK and international).

A full UK driving licence and a valid passport

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