Materials Scientist – New Product Development
Our Client is a global manufacturer and they are market leaders in their field. Long experience combined with constant investment results in technical excellence and total customer service.
They are now seeking a Materials Development Scientist - New Product Development. The position is a full time permanent role and will be based in Hampshire.
Job Purpose
- To research and test materials and to present these findings to the business in order for informed decisions to be made with regards to NPD.
- To drive forward materials related product developments
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical support to the RD function in relevant technical areas, to include troubleshooting, bid support and training
- Assist in the creation and evolution of rigorous test procedures for documents and processes
- Undertake product development and testing activities as part of approved materials development projects
- Adherence to ISO9001 procedures for new product developments.
- Perform testing to ensure compliance with materials and consumables
- Build and manage library of competitor samples
- Maintain an up to date awareness of external technical/material developments relevant to the RD activities
Qualifications and Experience
- Qualified to at least degree level or equivalent in a scientific discipline, ideally chemistry / materials / polymer science
- Knowledge and experience of the ink / printing / packaging / plastics / coatings / polymers / adhesive industries will be an advantage
- Competent experience in research and testing methods
- Good understanding of scientific methodology
- Practical experience of running small projects
- Ability to travel and work away from home for short periods of time
- An appreciation of the principles of a phased review process for New Product Development
- Strong organisational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Innovative with a high degree of numerical skills and an ability to interpret data
In return our client is offering a competitive package including a basic salary between £32,000 and £42,000 per annum, plus comprehensive benefits including private healthcare and pension scheme.
Please e-mail your C.V, together with a covering letter to Lorraine Roger, Director, Atom Recruitment Ltd.
February 20, 2008
• Tags: Manufacturer Job in Hampshire, Materials Scientist, New Product Development, Southern Uk • Posted in: General