Production Chemist

May 14, 2019 | Comments Off on Production Chemist

Title: Production Chemist

Location: Wymondham

Business area: Highways

Introduction:

Kier Local Highways are currently recruiting for an Production Chemist to join our Ayton Products

Kier Highways design roads, bridges and intelligent transport systems (ITS), covering strategic and nationally important roads, as well as local roads serving local communities. Our projects range from major improvements to complete renewals of roads and structures. With specialist teams, we manage complex works from conception through to handover at the end of maintenance periods.

Key responsibilities:
  • Operation of in-line bitumen emulsion manufacturing plant and polymer modified bitumen manufacturing plant
  • Testing of manufactured bitumen emulsion and polymer modified bitumen products and raw materials
  • Carrying out Factory Production Control of the above within a rigorous externally accredited Framework Specification context
  • Specialising in additional laboratory / technical work to assist with design and development of products and processes
  • Provision of technical support and representation to internal and external clients and agencies including site visits
  • Other Operations duties as required

  • Skills and experience required:

  • Qualified to at least tertiary level in a relevant numerate technical subject
  • Preferably previous experience of working in a related manufacturing business in a technical role
  • Willing and capable to successfully undertake further comprehensive theoretical and practical and legislative compliance training
  • Good presentation and report writing skills
  • Member of or working towards membership of relevant professional body

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