Development Chemist Derby, England
Job description
Intertek provides non-destructive testing (NDT), materials testing and welding services for a diverse range of industries. Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification solutions for our customer’s operations and supply chains.
Due to continued growth, we now have an exciting opportunity for a Development Chemist to join our team based in Derby. To be considered for this position you will have knowledge of reformulation and practical, conceptual, and technological knowledge and understanding of a specialist subject or field of work. You will be working within our embedded labs.
The Role:
- Routine preparation and testing of items/samples, completion of associated quality control activities, and reporting or results within the scope of the laboratory using both basic and advanced instrument techniques for which they are trained.
- Duties may also include the application of problem-solving, and non-routine testing activities including method development appropriate to their technical expertise to support wider laboratory services to clients.
- To provide supervisory support to senior personnel, to ensure optimum achievement of operational targets, in the most cost-effective manner, consistent with safe operating practices.
- Carrying out the duties of the senior personnel, when absent, as required
Key Requirements
- Good verbal and communication skills
- Knowledge of relevant laboratory operations/standards and properties of relevant chemical products
- Knowledge of method development and equipment techniques
- Knowledge of relevant Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental standards
- Good computer skills
What We Offer:
Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.
- Competitive salary/benefits
- Development and career opportunities around the Globe
- Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment
In this opportunity, you’ll be joining our NDT team based in Derby.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin.
Job Type: Permanent
Benefits:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: 4391
