Graduate Materials Scientist - Polymers

South East England (with UK travel and international training opportunities)

An exciting opportunity for a recent graduate in Materials Science
, Polymer Science, Chemistry or Chemical Engineering to join a specialist polymer manufacturing company producing high-performance films and coated products for labelling, printing and packaging applications.

This hands-on role offers exposure to polymer processing, film extrusion, coating technologies, product development and industrial manufacturing, with structured training in the UK, Europe and North America.

• Support new product development and process improvement projects.

• Evaluate and test raw materials, suppliers and new technologies.

• Assist with film extrusion trials, process optimisation and manufacturing support.

• Contribute to sustainability, cost reduction and technical innovation initiatives.

• Support laboratory and production-scale testing programmes.

• Assist with the evaluation and implementation of new equipment and instrumentation.

• Work closely with suppliers, technical partners and manufacturing teams across the UK and Europe.

• BSc, MSc or equivalent in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

• Interest in polymers, materials and manufacturing processes.

• Able to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

• Willingness to travel within the UK and internationally.

• Must have the right to work in the UK and be living in the UK, sponsorship is not provided.

• Knowledge of polymers, plastics, film extrusion or coating technologies.

• Industrial placement, internship or relevant project experience.

• Experience of laboratory testing or material characterisation.

This is an excellent opportunity to launch a career in advanced materials, polymer processing and manufacturing technology within a growing business investing heavily in innovation, equipment and people. International training and development opportunities with structured career progression.