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Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Research & Development Chemist (Industrial)
Macclesfield, Cheshire
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 12 days ago
- Salary
- 40000.00 - 47500.00 GBP Annual + Relocation Support + Flexible Hours
- Recruiter
- Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
- Closes
- 15 Dec 2025
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Research & Development Chemist (Industrial / Cleaning Chemicals)
40,000 – 47,500 + Relocation Support + Flexible Hours + Family Business + Autonomy + 13% Pension + Benefits
Macclesfield, Cheshire
Are you a Chemist with knowledge of the Industrial or Cleaning Chemicals sector, looking for a highly autonomous role in a Research & Development department for a company that respects your skillset and will acknowledge you as a technical expert?
In this role you will be working in a close–knit Research and Development department to create new formulars for industrial and commercial cleaning applications. They can offer great flexibility for childcare and a relocation package to the Peak District.
This family–run business are an SME with a global footprint. They develop, manufacture and distribute a wide range of cleaning products. Off the back of a great reputation they have gone from strength to strength and are looking to expand their R&D Team.
This role would suit a Chemist looking for a R&D role with knowledge of industrial or cleaning chemicals, looking for an autonomous role where you'll be a key part of a team of technical experts.
The Role:
Execution of planned projects within the R&D programme, setting timelines, delivering, and reporting results in a timely manner.Process scale–up and transfer from R&D to manufacturing operationsDeveloping and evaluating new synthetic chemistry procedures and manufacturing processes.Running routine analytical tests.Sample administration, packing of samples and dispatching, liaising with the warehouse for sample transport to the lab, waste disposal.Working safely; using and understanding existing COSHH and risk assessments and writing new COSHH and risk assessments for the work undertaken. Following quality procedures, safety procedure and SOPs.The Person:
ChemistResearch and Development backgroundKnowledge or Industrial or Cleaning Chemicals; either in research, study or practical experienceReference: BBBH 22718
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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Ad ID: 5417431429
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