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Process Development Chemist
Job Posted: 16 hours ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Haverhill
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Talent STEM are partnering with a growing chemical manufacturing organisation supplying high-quality products into a range of industrial markets. This business has built a strong reputation for technical excellence, operational reliability and continuous improvement across its manufacturing processes.
Due to ongoing growth and increased production demand, they are seeking a Production Chemist to support process development, scale-up activities and day-to-day manufacturing operations.
The Opportunity
This is a hands-on role offering exposure to both laboratory and pilot-scale environments. You will play a key role in supporting production, improving processes and ensuring consistent product quality.
Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will contribute to process optimisation, troubleshooting and the successful scale-up of chemical processes from lab through to manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out small-scale organic synthesis, reactions and distillations (up to approximately 20L scale)
- Support and operate larger-scale distillation processes (up to approximately 100L scale)
- Apply a range of laboratory techniques including separations, crystallisation and purification methods
- Assist with troubleshooting process-related issues across manufacturing and implement corrective actions
- Perform and interpret analytical testing using HPLC, GC, FTIR, Karl Fischer and titration techniques
- Support process development and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and yield
- Ensure accurate documentation of experiments, processes and production data
- Handle hazardous chemicals safely in accordance with site HSE standards and procedures
- Collaborate with production, quality and technical teams to ensure smooth manufacturing operations
About You
We are looking for a practical, detail-oriented chemist with experience in organic and process chemistry who enjoys working in a manufacturing environment.
You will likely bring:
- A BSc, MSc or PhD in Chemistry, ideally with a focus on Organic Chemistry
- Approximately 3–5 years’ industrial experience within chemical manufacturing, pilot plant or process development environments
- Hands-on experience with organic synthesis, distillation, crystallisation and purification techniques
- Experience using analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, FTIR and Karl Fischer
- A good understanding of chemical process safety, COSHH and environmental practices
- The ability to troubleshoot processes and work effectively in a fast-paced production setting
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing manufacturing business where you can gain exposure to both development and production environments.
You will play a key role in scale-up activities and process improvement projects, contributing directly to operational performance and product quality.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Talent STEM directly.
IMPORTANT: You must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
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