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Development Technician

Posted 24 March 2026
Salary £29,000 - £35,000 per year
LocationCramlington
Job type Permanent
Industry Sector TechnicalManufacturing
ReferenceJ140290
Job FunctionProduction

Job description

The Company

Our client is a market leading manufacturing company due to a sustained period of growth they are now looking to recruit a Development Technician.
The Role

  • Lamination of exterior films using hot-melt adhesives and primers.

  • Carrying out various material testing.

  • Evaluating and analysing pigments and developing pigment formulations.

  • Assisting with New Product Development and trials.

  • Using accelerated weathering cabinets to test samples in simulated conditions.

  • Will work on site 35.5 hours per week. Monday to Thursday: 9am - 5pm, Friday: 9am - 3pm.

The Person

  • Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science or Polymer Science (essential).

  • Knowledge of Colour Chemistry/Pigment Technology (desirable).

  • Experience of working in a laboratory environment (desirable).

  • Must have a full UK Driving Licence, be able to drive and have access to a car (essential).

  • A clear communicator and self-motivated.

The Benefits

  • You will be working for a well-established growing employer.

  • An excellent salary.

  • A company experiencing continued growth, expansion and investment.

  • The company are fully compliant with the latest health and safety requirements for current safe working practices.