Business Chemist

Description

We ae looking for a Business Chemist who is an expert in the development, application and interpretation of analytical chemistry to support our sodium bicarbonate and sodium chloride operations in Northwich, Cheshire.

This role is ideal for a motivated professional with a strong scientific background and proven experience leading laboratory teams within a pharmaceutical or food manufacturing environment.

You will play a key role in managing laboratory operations, interpreting analytical results, and collaborating across departments to support business objectives and ensure high standards of quality and compliance

Key Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and develop a laboratory team, ensuring effective day?to?day operations across 2 sites

Leadership of specific investigative tasks that support process efficiency, quality improvement and customer satisfaction

Carry out analytical testing as required to ensure the laboratory team can meet the business needs

Instigate, lead and interpret the outcome of technically complex project work, supporting the business development programme.

Contribute to development project teams wherever analytical or scientific assistance is required

Development of new and existing analytical procedures. Where applicable manage introduction of new laboratory technology (Specify – Procure Commission Train)

Directs and manages the compilation, review and implementation of validation protocols and reports

Reviews laboratory standards to assess compliance with regulatory and customer expectations (including calibration records

Ensure COSHH procedures are in place and being followed

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

An honours degree in Chemistry, supported by practical laboratory experience and exposure to industrial environments

Demonstrated capability in investigative analysis, research, and development activities

In?depth knowledge of analytical and experimental techniques and equipment commonly used within an inorganic chemistry laboratory

The ability to quickly learn, adapt, and implement new analytical methodologies

Proven experience in the development, validation, and application of analytical methods

A sound understanding of relevant legislation, regulatory requirements, and industry standards

Competence in using computer software and statistical tools for data analysis, plant performance evaluation, and technical report writing

Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both internal teams and external stakeholders

A proactive, self?motivated approach, with the ability to work independently and coordinate resources as required

A full, valid driving license

What are the perks?

Our people have always been at the centre of the company s success and in return for their hard work and commitment, we offer a generous benefits package including:

37 days holidays per year, inclusive of Bank Holidays

Roll over of up to 5 days and salary sacrifice holiday purchase scheme

An additional paid day off each year to volunteer for a good cause in the local community

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Excellent contributory Pension scheme up to 9% company contribution

Life insurance

Healthcare cash back scheme

Ad ID: 5417694948