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Analytical Chemist

On-site in Vilafranca del penedes·Added 1 month ago

AkzoNobel

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Work mode: On-site, Vilafranca del penedes
English: Required
Experience: 3+ years
Education: University degree
Benefits: Flexible pay plan

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Requirements

What we're looking for

A degree in Chemistry or a related scientific field, with specialization in analytical techniques.
3+ years of experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in coatings or packaging.
Hands-on experience with analytical instruments and methods (e.g., FTIR, GC-MS, SEM, DSC).
Strong communication skills in English and Spanish.
Ability to translate technical data into meaningful recommendations for non-technical stakeholders.
Availability to travel internationally during the training period is required.
Personal vehicle to access the Site (in an industrial area)

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Join a growing multinational company.
Permanent project.
Professional and personal development in a dynamic environment.
On-site modality.
Dining room benefits.
Flexible remuneration.
Access to training platform.
Free parking

The role

Are you an expert in analytical chemistry with a passion for precision and problem-solving? Join our R&D team as an Analytical Chemist, where you'll play a key role in supporting and improving our packaging coatings portfolio through advanced testing, data analysis, and collaboration with commercial and technical teams.

What you'll do

Ensure Lab Safety: Maintain a safe and compliant laboratory environment, following all safety protocols.
Perform Advanced Testing: Conduct detailed chemical, physical, and performance analyses of packaging coatings using a range of analytical techniques (e.g., spectroscopy, chromatography, microscopy).
Support Product Stewardship: Investigate product performance issues, raw material changes, and customer complaints through analytical testing and root cause analysis.
Interpret & Report Data: Analyse complex datasets, generate clear reports, and provide actionable insights to internal stakeholders.
Collaborate Across Functions: Work closely with R&D, Technical Service, Sales, and Marketing to support customer needs and ensure product quality and compliance.
Drive Continuous Improvement: Recommend improvements to testing protocols, lab practices, and product formulations based on analytical findings.
Applies relevant analytical approaches and techniques such as FTIR, GCMS, LCMS, GPC and optical microscopy

About AkzoNobel

AkzoNobel is a global paints and coatings company, founded in 1792 and headquartered in the Netherlands. It operates in over 150 countries and employs around 32,000 people, producing a wide range of decorative paints, performance coatings, and specialty chemicals. The company is known for its strong sustainability focus and its portfolio of well-known brands such as Dulux, Sikkens, and Interpon.

Industry: Paints and Coatings
Founded: 1792
Employees: 30,000–35,000
Headquarters: Amsterdam, Netherlands
In Spain: Barcelona, Vilafranca del Penedès

Good to know if you are moving

AkzoNobel has a significant presence in Spain, with job openings in Barcelona and Vilafranca del Penedès.
The company offers roles in research and development, production, and supply chain management in Spain.
As a global company, AkzoNobel provides opportunities for international career development and cross-border collaboration.
The company emphasizes sustainability and innovation, which may appeal to professionals interested in environmental impact.
Working at AkzoNobel in Spain may involve interaction with a diverse, multicultural team given its global footprint.

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