Process Chemist

West Bromwich

My client is a manufacturer of organic chemicals for the Pharmaceutical, Agrochemical, Rubber, Polymer, Food & Beverage and allied industries, operating in the West Midlands. They are recruiting for a Process Chemist.

Benefits

* 25 days paid holiday (and all UK Bank Holidays)

* paid sick scheme

* free life assurance

* access to a stakeholder pension scheme

Key Responsibilities

* Assisting in identifying and evaluating opportunities for process improvement in collaboration with the Production department.

* Participating in Process Improvement Groups and supporting the use of the Britest Toolkit to guide decision-making.

* Conducting laboratory-based experiments to support proposed process changes.

* Providing support during the implementation of process changes, ensuring they are executed safely and effectively.

* Helping to analyse production data and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.

Essential Criteria

* A degree (BSc or equivalent) in Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline.

* A strong interest in chemical manufacturing and process development.

* Good understanding of fundamental chemical principles and reaction mechanisms.

* Ability to work on a COMAH site and pass an enhanced DBS check.

Desirable Criteria

* Master's degree (MSc, MChem) in a relevant discipline.

* Industrial placement or internship experience in a manufacturing or lab environment.

* Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or BRITEST.

* Basic understanding of process safety, regulatory compliance (REACH, COSHH), or analytical techniques