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Technical & Engineering Division Recruiter at RecruitmentPlus, Ireland
Salary: Competitive plus benefits including bonus, health care, pension, wellness initiative plus others
RecruitmentPlus is delighted to be partnering again with one of Ireland's leading employers who are seeking a R&D Chemist to join their team.
This is a varied, fast-paced role developing sustainable construction materials of the future. The R&D Chemist position requires 3+ years experience with a Degree in Chemistry or related discipline.
The role offers a competitive salary and benefits package along with the chance to develop a career with a highly regarded local employer, with the additional opportunities that come with an internationally renowned company with a global reach.
Requirements:
* Hold a degree in Chemistry or related discipline.
* At least 3+ years of experience working in an instrumental laboratory environment or chemical processing facility.
* Experience of a range of chemical analytical methods – GC, HPLC, Karl Fisher, Microscopy, FTIR etc.
* Good IT skills (MS Office) and record-keeping.
* Knowledge and application of Health & Safety protocols. Work safely and apply good housekeeping skills in all areas of work.
* EN certification & regulatory compliance knowledge.
* Good people and communication skills, able to manage multiple projects through to completion.
* Be innovative with creative design ability and open-minded.
* Be willing to travel when there is need and have full clean driving licence IRL/UK/EU.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
* Research, investigate, plan, manage, and progress Chemical Research and Development Projects to meet objectives agreed with the Chemical R&D Manager.
* Facilitate work with Development Chemists assisting with training, help and support to produce samples in the Chemical lab or Prototype area. Assist the Manager with other duties when required.
* Initial screening and production of new or improved formulations for materials produced in prototype production facility.
* Work with Chemical Process Engineers and their management from various manufacturing sites to produce finished products.
* Report on full analysis of the materials/products produced to relevant stakeholders.
* Record formulations, test data and write comprehensive reports to keep the management team up to date on all projects.
* Attend, participate, present in team and senior management meetings.
* Handle, mix and process chemicals in a safe and responsible manner. This will include writing and following Risk and COSHH assessments plus SOPs.
* Work in a safe manner, not compromising your own or anyone else’s health and safety.
* Conduct Housekeeping audits when requested.
* Support other departments and divisions where required either for production of samples or analysis.
* Operating in compliance with ISO 37301, 9001, including CE marking, the company handbook and Code of Conduct.
* Report compliance concerns, issues, and failures. Participate in training as required.
* Other duties as may be required.
If you have the relevant qualifications and experience and are interested in this position, please apply now and Ciara who is based in our Northeast office will be in contact if you are suitable.
If you are living in Ireland and hold a VALID WORK PERMIT, please feel free to contact us directly. However, if you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search.
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Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Science, Research, and Project Management
* Manufacturing
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