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About Us

Leeds Oil & Grease Manufacturing Ltd (LOGCO) is a specialist manufacturer operating within the precast and concrete industries. We are committed to delivering high-quality products, maintaining strict regulatory compliance, and driving innovation through technical excellence and continuous product development.

We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Technical Chemist to join our technical team. This is a hands-on role requiring a strong laboratory background, excellent organisational skills, and practical experience within chemical manufacturing and regulatory compliance.

Role Overview

The successful candidate will be responsible for laboratory testing, technical support, stock control, compliance management, product development support, and maintaining high operational standards across the laboratory and production environment.

This is a varied role requiring both technical expertise and the ability to communicate effectively with suppliers, customers, and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory & Technical Operations

• Conduct technical evaluations of raw material deliveries, in-process samples, and finished products used within the company’s co-processing operations.
• Perform laboratory analysis and testing to determine the suitability and acceptability of materials for use as products or raw materials.
• Analyse and report test results accurately, including investigation and refinement of chemical compositions where required.
• Maintain strict adherence to laboratory procedures and protocols to ensure operational reliability and product quality.
• Maintain, calibrate, troubleshoot, and oversee laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Ensure laboratory 5S standards are consistently maintained.

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure compliance with all laboratory health and safety procedures and guidelines.
• Manage Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) requirements and maintain up-to-date regulatory compliance training.
• Author, update, and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) using RxESS software.
• Prepare technical documentation including reports, standards, specifications, and technical papers.
• Support Dangerous Goods compliance processes and assist with annual Dangerous Goods audits.
• Provide guidance and information to staff and customers regarding hazardous materials and dangerous goods handling.

Production & Stock Control

• Maintain stock control of laboratory raw materials and arrange purchasing when required.
• Manage retained samples and monitor returnable IBCs and associated deposit tracking.
• Develop a sound understanding of company blending procedures and production operations.
• Coordinate chemical waste collection and disposal in accordance with local environmental regulations.

Technical Support & Product Development

• Provide technical advice and support to customers and suppliers via telephone, email, and face-to-face communication.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Support Research & Development activities and New Product Development processes.
• Assist with scaling new products and processes from laboratory trials through to pilot and full-scale production.
• Contribute to the development of safe, reliable, and cost-effective manufacturing processes.

Essential Requirements

Applicants must have demonstrable experience in all aspects of the responsibilities outlined above.

Essential skills and experience include:

• Previous experience in a chemical laboratory or manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory testing and analytical procedures.
• Experience with Technical and Safety Data Sheet authoring and CLP regulations.
• Understanding of Dangerous Goods handling and compliance.
• Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to provide technical support.
• Experience managing laboratory stock control and purchasing.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.
• Experience within lubricants, oils, greases, or chemical manufacturing industries would be beneficial.
• Familiarity with RxESS software.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work within a specialist and growing manufacturing business.
• Varied and technically engaging role.
• Involvement in product innovation and process development.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Pay: £33,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Experience:

• RxESS software or equivalent: 1 year (required)
• Laboratory or Manufacturing: 4 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Degree, HNC/HND, qualification in chemisty or similar (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person