Continuous Improvement Lab Chemist

Dsm, Dalry, North Ayrshire

Continuous Improvement Lab Chemist

Salary Not Specified

Dsm, Dalry, North Ayrshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted today, 7 Nov | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 0c53314ce70d4bfd917f261c844750a2

Full Job Description

  • Design and carry out laboratory investigations to assist in defining solutions to performance killers and cost drivers.
  • Analyse plant performance data, identify solutions and propose modified operation parameters and procedures for operate plant to optimise performance for SHEQ, cost, yield and supply.
  • Develop new analytical methods and standards, validate, train and handover to IPC lab as required.
  • Assist in plant trials and as a member of wider projects or problem-solving teams.
  • Participate in commissioning of new or modified plant/processes.
  • Participating in new methods development.
  • Ability to operate, calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
  • Undertaking ongoing personal development to maintain knowledge of current industry best practice.
  • Support the Operations, Technical and Quality teams with discipline specific experience and liaise with other discipline specialists as appropriate.
  • Undertake any other duties as required by the Site Leadership.
  • We bring
  • A supportive environment where you're empowered to grow and share your ideas.
  • An inclusive and multicultural team with respect for everyone.
  • A dynamic work environment with many challenges that give you the possibility to work autonomously and with a team in finding the right solutions.

    The successful candidate will have a degree in a Chemistry related subject and have a minimum of 3 years industrial experience within a regulated environment.
  • They should have a proven track record of technical competence in laboratory techniques together with problem solving skills.
  • Candidates must have experience in HPLC and GC analytical method development and be competent in the use of Chromatographic Data Systems.
  • Candidates should have advanced IT skills, and Lean Six Sigma training of at least yellow belt would be beneficial.
  • Other essential behaviours are flexibility, self-motivation, attention to detail and a drive for results.

    As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world's growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life every day, everywhere, for billions of people. www.dsm-firmenich.com