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New Product Development Chemist

Job Posted: 30 minutes ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cheshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

New Product Development Chemist

We are working with a leading global manufacturer of specialist coated products to recruit a New Product Development Chemist.

This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and commercially minded chemist to play a key role in developing new products and improving existing technologies. Working within a dynamic NPD team, you will manage development projects from concept through to commercial launch, helping to drive future business growth through technical innovation.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage product and process development projects from initial concept through to commercialisation.
 * Identify and evaluate new product opportunities, assessing feasibility, costs, resources, and commercial potential.
 * Plan and prioritise development activities to meet project deadlines and business objectives.
 * Monitor project progress and provide clear recommendations on development pathways and launch decisions.
 * Support and coordinate laboratory, pilot, and production trials.
 * Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure successful scale-up and product implementation.
 * Engage with external partners including suppliers, test houses, consultants, and academic institutions.
 * Share technical findings and development insights across the wider business.
 * Provide technical support relating to material specifications, process improvements, customer enquiries, and product-related issues.
 * Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across products and manufacturing processes.

Experience

Candidates should have at least 3 years experience in product or process development within coatings, chemicals, paper, film, adhesives, or a similar manufacturing environment. Experience managing development projects from concept through to commercial launch, alongside strong analytical and problem-solving skills, is essential.

Requirements

A degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or a related scientific discipline is preferred. Applicants should possess strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate effectively with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

Desirable Experience

* Experience within laboratory testing, R&D, Quality Control, or Technical Services environments.
 * Knowledge of coatings, adhesives, paper, film, or related materials technologies.
 * Background with formulation chemistry

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