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Process Chemist

Job Posted: 8 days ago

Salary: £ 22.93 - 23.93 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Grangemouth, Falkirk

Expire in: 19 days

Job Description

Job Title: Process Chemist
Department: Production & Supply
Location: Grangemouth Manufacturing Centre, Earl's Road, Grangemouth (STG)
Positions Available: 2
Pay Rate: £17.62 - £24.04 per hour (dependent on seniority, skills, and experience)
Overview
We are seeking Process Chemists (Research Scientist 3 level) to support a special project within a manufacturing and process development environment. This role will focus on laboratory-based process development, optimisation, and technical problem-solving to support manufacturing operations and supply activities.
Key Responsibilities
Process Development & Optimisation

Plan and execute laboratory work to develop, test, and optimise new and existing manufacturing processes.
Ensure processes meet agreed technical, quality, and performance targets.Technical Expertise & Support

Provide expert process chemistry input to Process Development, Supply Chain, and project teams.
Support the preparation and execution of development plans and manufacturing trials.Problem Solving

Proactively advise and support manufacturing and development teams in resolving process issues.
Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement.Safety, Compliance & Quality

Carry out all activities in strict compliance with site, company, and regulatory requirements.
Promote and continuously improve safe working practices.Data Management & Reporting

Ensure accurate storage and management of experimental and project data.
Prepare clear, high-quality technical reports to document experimental work and outcomes.Skills & Experience
Essential

Significant experience in process development chemistry, including: 
Data analysis (statistics and experimental design)
Scale-up activities
Manufacturing support
Strong hands-on laboratory and analytical experience.
Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse complex technical challenges.Key Capabilities

Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to varied audiences.
Ability to build strong internal networks and contribute positively within cross-functional teams.
Strong physico-chemical understanding and ability to apply theory to practical process development, using specialist data analysis tools.Education

Honours Degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry is essential.
A PhD is advantageous.Several years' experience in a Process Chemistry role is expected

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

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