Chemical Scientist
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Job title: Chemical Scientist
Location: Hamble United Kingdom
Department: Global Technical Innovation Group (GTIG)
Working Hours MonFri 37.5 hours per week
A brighter future awaits you.
CooperVision is one of the worlds leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improvethe way people see each day. Its more than makingcontact lenses its about giving lens wearers freedom andconfidence to move about their daily lives. Were all about bright futures for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.
At CooperVision were big on belonging. Everyones contribution counts and thats why inclusion and diversity are so isnt just the right thing to do; its what makes our company the best it can be. We are committed to creating an inclusive and engaging workplace. Our Employee Resource Groups offer employees to grow within a safe and inclusive space. So be yourself whoever you are and lets achieve amazing things together.
Job summary What to expect:
Scientist roles are designated as roles for routine and nonroutine material investigations. Integral as a function for Raw Material investigations and incoming material processes improvements as direct by the GTIG (Europe) Materials Team Leaders and/or Manager.
As a Scientist you will operate as a member of the GTIG (Europe) Materials team. The role requires you to perform a variety of duties including designing and conducting trails and qualifications support materials characterisation development investigations and process improvement projects within the Business Units and with our suppliers. You will be a globally recognised subject matter expert for a lens production process from a material viewpoint.
Essential Functions & Accountabilities:
- Work within multidisciplinary teams on a variety of projects to support as required by the business.
- Develop and implement process improvements within the Business units raw materials suppliers and within the materials group.
- Lead investigations into the material and impurity interactions with our processes used to manufacture contact lenses in response to issues arising and proactively to support continuous improvement.
- Present and document technical findings and qualifications to management/colleagues regulatory files CAPAs NCRs and Manufacturing changes process.
- Contribute to the development of best practice for materials handling and laboratory practices within CooperVision.
- Comply at all times with Health Safety and Environmental regulations and CooperVision Quality management system.
Travel Requirements
The role may involve some travel to other CooperVision sites within the UK 2. Other domestic travel may be required for training 2. It might also require travel to CooperVision sites outside of the UK 5.
Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Must possess proven analytical influencing and problem resolution skills.
- Excellent communication skills including written oral and presentation skills.
- Good knowledge of chemistry.
- Be competent with some statistical methods (e.g. r&R DOE SPC Six Sigma).
- Computer literate: (Microsoft office).
- Must demonstrate ability to work as an effective team member.
- Highly selfmotivated with the ability to provide and receive constructive feedback aimed at improving and promoting quality cost safety and delivery.
- Some Project management experience.
- Awareness of the COSHH and REACH legislation and toxicology of the materials used.
- Good Understanding of the toxicology of materials.
Work Environment
- Office based with need to work across all business areas including chemical laboratories ASEC and raw material warehouse areas.
- Exposure to potentially Harmful chemicals.
- Travels where appropriate to vendor and other CooperVision sites in the UK and in the rest of the world.
Experience
25 years of industrial experience within the chemical area (Medical device / pharmaceutical preferred)
Education
BSc in Chemistry or related discipline (MSc or PhD Preferred)
What we offer:
Youll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including 25 days holiday pension scheme healthcare cover life assurance access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!
We are committed to our employees personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals well give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.
We also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in your career and grow with CooperVision.
What you can expect:
As a CooperVision employee youll be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success. With our CooperPride African Descent Womans Impact Network and Mind Body and Wellbeing Employee Resource Groups we offer opportunities for employees to learn and grow within an inclusive and safe space.
If you like what you see take the first step towards your Brighter Future and apply today!All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
