Graduate Development Chemist Industrial / Surfactants

Company
Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited
Location
Macclesfield
Salary
£28,000 - £32,000 per annum

Full Job Description

Graduate Development Chemist (Industrial / Surfactants)
£28,000 - £32,000 + Flexible Working + Training + Progression + Benefits
Macclesfield, Cheshire

Are you a Graduate in Chemistry or similar looking for a Research and Development role in a company that offers expert training; integrating a laboratory, pilot plant and mass production all from one large site?

Do you want to work for a well established, reputable, independent SME that can offer you progression opportunities to become a technical specialist?

In this role you will be experimenting with formula's to create new products for mass and specialist markets. This business specialise in surfactant, detergents and cleaning chemicals and sell their products into the consumer, professional, commercial and industrial sectors.

Building off a solid reputation for innovation, this SME have established a global footprint. Operating from a recently renovated site, they have are looking to train up a Graduate Chemist to become an expert in chemical development.

This role would suit a Graduate in Chemistry or similar looking for a role developing cleaning chemicals for a company that can offer expert training, development and career progression.

The Role:

  • Full training to become a Development Chemist
  • Working in a team of experts to develop new Surfactants, Detergents and Cleaning products
  • Career development and ongoing progression
  • Flexible working arrangements

The Person:

  • Chemistry Graduate or similar
  • Looking for a Development role working in the industrial / manufacturing sector

Job Reference: BBBH 22718b

Chemistry, Chemical, Research, Development, R&D, Grad, Graduate, Junior, Formulation, Cleaning, Surfactants, Detergents, Macclesfield, Buxton, Stockport, High Peak

If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.

Location
Macclesfield
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£28,000 - £32,000 per annum
Industry
Chemical
Closing Date
22nd January 2026
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