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Senior Chemist
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ 60,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lancashire
Expire in: 25 days
Job Description
Senior Chemist - Release Agents & Specialist Lubricants
£(phone number removed) + Benefits
Location: Lancashire (office-based with ad hoc flexibility)
Are you a Chemist ready to play a pivotal role in improving and developing specialist lubricants and release agents? This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of R&D projects at a growing international manufacturer whose products are used worldwide in automotive, food, and industrial sectors.
The Opportunity
As Senior Chemist, you will be the lead technical specialist, responsible for:
Improving existing formulations (c.75%) to meet evolving customer and manufacturing needs.
Driving new product innovation (c.25%), identifying opportunities for growth and differentiation.
Taking ownership of release agents and specialist lubricants, a key area of focus for the business.
Leading current R&D projects in collaboration with Sales, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Directors.
Supporting product trials and occasionally accompanying sales colleagues on UK customer visits.
Over time, developing greater involvement in manufacturing SOPs, licensee support, and cost optimisation.This is a role for a Chemist who enjoys technical variety, working independently, and seeing tangible results from their work in the market.
About You
Degree-qualified in Chemistry (PhD or MSc preferred, though strong BSc with significant industrial experience will be considered).
Hands-on experience in formulation and product improvement, ideally within release agents, lubricants, or adjacent specialities.
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as REACH, NSF, ISO, Halal, Kosher (support provided in-house).
Comfortable working independently as the lead chemist, with the potential to grow a team in future.
Proactive, resilient, and able to manage shifting priorities across multiple live projects.
Based within commuting distance of Nelson, Lancashire (or willing to relocate).What's on Offer
A high-visibility role in a specialist international SME, reporting directly to Directors.
The chance to own priority projects and make an immediate technical impact.
Occasional international travel (minimal - c.2 days per year in Europe, very occasional global trips).
Competitive salary and benefits, with potential relocation support.If you're passionate about chemistry, product improvement, and leading technical projects in a growing business, we'd love to hear from youBefore You Apply
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