Full job descriptionProduction Chemist

Location: Uttoxeter, Staffordshire

Salary: £31,000 - £34,000 (depending on experience) + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Schedule: Monday to Friday – no weekends



The Opportunity

Are you passionate about science and looking to build a long-term career within a world-leading manufacturing environment?



We’re recruiting for a Production Chemist to join a global leader in industrial, medical and specialty gases. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a scientific background and strong analytical skills to join a business that offers comprehensive training, career development and outstanding benefits.



Working within a specialist production team, you’ll manufacture high-accuracy calibration gases and reference materials used across a wide range of industries, ensuring products are produced safely, accurately and in line with strict quality standards.



Key Responsibilities

*Manufacture high-accuracy calibration gases and reference materials using gravimetric methods


*Produce oxygen and flammable gas mixtures in accordance with established operating procedures


*Prepare gas cylinders for filling, including valve fitting, treatment, painting and evacuation


*Maintain exceptional quality standards in line with ISO 6142 and ISO 17034 accreditation


*Support the Production Manager with stock control, ordering cylinders and source gases


*Coordinate cylinder movements and support site logistics, including forklift operations (training provided where required)


*Maintain accurate production records and ensure compliance with all health, safety and quality procedures


*Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure production targets and customer requirements are achieved




About You

We’re looking for someone who has a genuine interest in science and enjoys working in a precise, process-driven environment.



You’ll ideally have:



*A scientific qualification or background (Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or similar)


*Strong mathematical and analytical skills


*Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow technical procedures accurately


*Good organisational and communication skills


*Confidence using Microsoft Office and computer-based systems


*A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new skills


*The ability to work both independently and as part of a team




Previous experience handling gases, laboratory equipment or forklift trucks is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided.



What’s on Offer

*£31,000 - £34,000 depending on experience


*Annual performance bonus


*Employer pension contributions of up to 10.7%


*25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave


*Comprehensive healthcare trust


*Employee Assistance Programme


*Exclusive employee discounts


*Ongoing training and structured career development


*A supportive, inclusive working environment with opportunities to progress within a global organisation




If you’re looking to develop your scientific career with a business that invests heavily in its people, we’d love to hear from you.



Apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.