We are excited to confirm the below opportunity to join our innovative and conscientious team:
Industrial Chemist Elmdon, Birmingham
Main Purpose of the Job: Responsible for the oversight of the chemistry employed in all engineering and industrial applications relating to the design, engineering, and manufacture of automotive interior trim.
Main objectives and results: Develop a comprehensive understanding of all the chemical processes utilised within our product and manufacturing portfolio. Analyse the specifications to which we must comply, and steer the engineering teams to the most suitable solutions. Analyse and document the chemical applications in all of our products (Polymers, adhesives, polyurethanes etc). Investigate and document the differing surface structures and properties of materials used within the automotive interior trim sector to ensure adhesive properties, environmental resistance, VOCs etc are all addressed. Support the analysis of failures with our product through detailed definition of the chemistry. Work between our suppliers and our engineers to ensure the needs of materials and chemicals used within our process are properly understood and controlled. Ensure the engineering and process rules are aligned with the needs to manage the chemistry within our products and processes. Support the R&D group with guidance on considerations around differing material and process Ensure world class quality and design engineering principles are utilised in order to achieve reductions in overall product cost to enhance Artifex's position in the competitive market. Participate in the development of annual business planning and long-term strategic business development. As a team member and coach, support and enhance employee development and employee participation. Preferred Skills and Experience: Either 10 years’ experience as an industrial chemist, or a Bsc in chemistry or related subject. The ideal candidate will have both, but either will be acceptable.
Knowledge and understanding of adhesives and polyurethanes is preferable. Knowledge of polymers in industrial applications is advantageous.
Ability to identify additional support needed from suppliers / laboratories and potential academic institutions in order to deliver quick analysis and results. Possess high level of diplomacy for both internal and external customer contacts Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, management and communication skills Fluent English
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Industrial Chemist Elmdon, Birmingham
Main Purpose of the Job: Responsible for the oversight of the chemistry employed in all engineering and industrial applications relating to the design, engineering, and manufacture of automotive interior trim.
Main objectives and results: Develop a comprehensive understanding of all the chemical processes utilised within our product and manufacturing portfolio. Analyse the specifications to which we must comply, and steer the engineering teams to the most suitable solutions. Analyse and document the chemical applications in all of our products (Polymers, adhesives, polyurethanes etc). Investigate and document the differing surface structures and properties of materials used within the automotive interior trim sector to ensure adhesive properties, environmental resistance, VOCs etc are all addressed. Support the analysis of failures with our product through detailed definition of the chemistry. Work between our suppliers and our engineers to ensure the needs of materials and chemicals used within our process are properly understood and controlled. Ensure the engineering and process rules are aligned with the needs to manage the chemistry within our products and processes. Support the R&D group with guidance on considerations around differing material and process Ensure world class quality and design engineering principles are utilised in order to achieve reductions in overall product cost to enhance Artifex's position in the competitive market. Participate in the development of annual business planning and long-term strategic business development. As a team member and coach, support and enhance employee development and employee participation. Preferred Skills and Experience: Either 10 years’ experience as an industrial chemist, or a Bsc in chemistry or related subject. The ideal candidate will have both, but either will be acceptable.
Knowledge and understanding of adhesives and polyurethanes is preferable. Knowledge of polymers in industrial applications is advantageous.
Ability to identify additional support needed from suppliers / laboratories and potential academic institutions in order to deliver quick analysis and results. Possess high level of diplomacy for both internal and external customer contacts Demonstrated excellent interpersonal, management and communication skills Fluent English
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