Lead Polymer Engineer

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We are seeking an experienced Lead Polymer Engineer to join global manufacturer based at their Plymouth site. Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the successful candidate will lead a team of Technologists and Technicians whose objective is to develop new materials and products, maintain current formulations, to assist in problem solving for manufacturing processes and to support production with product verification and testing activities. This role will also provide technical support to other sites based in the UK.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supervise the day-to-day operation of the technical team.
* To provide technical support as required by production, sales, marketing and sister companies, travelling to sites as required.
* Ensure all documentation for materials is kept current and accurate.
* Formulate materials to maximise properties and comply with health & safety legislation.
* Project manage the development and introduction of new materials into production.
* Support New Product and Process Development.
* Testing materials and product to customer specifications and preparing reports to feedback results and conclusions.
* Materials selection including contact with raw materials suppliers to evaluate available options, travelling as required to support development projects.
* Ensure employees within area of responsibility are adequately trained and developed, ensure training documentation and rec...
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Location:
Plymouth
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Engineering

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