Vacancy: Process Chemist
Location: Royston
Job Family: Science
Together for a cleaner, healthier world.
Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 100 company, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals and process technology. With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 13,000 people. Johnson Matthey uses science to make the world cleaner and healthier. Over the past two centuries we have built our reputation and place as a global leader through quality, integrity, and innovation. Today, more than 93% of the group's sales come from products and services which provide sustainability benefits through the positive impact they have on the environment, resource efficiency and human health, but that’s not enough. We have ambitious plans for growth and need talented individuals to help shape and lead us into our next century.
Platinum Group Metal Services (PGMS) is one of four sectors within Johnson Matthey that manages, distributes, refines and recycles precious metals and fabricates products using precious metals and related materials. The business unit also manufactures platinum group metals, minor metal compounds, organometallics and fine metal powders for high technology applications, as well as providing a range of management services for platinum group metals.
PGMS has manufacturing operations in the UK, US and China and sells to key markets globally across Europe, the US and Asia.
Job purpose
The main purpose of the role is to design, develop and improve hydrometallurgical processes within the PGM Refinery, Values Recovery Plant (VRP) and effluent processes. The work will involve monitoring and analysis of process data in conjunction with laboratory, pilot and plant scale development and commissioning trials for our operations at Royston. You will also support operations with continuous improvement projects and aid in day-to-day operational technical issues, process monitoring and problem solving.
Your responsibilities
You will promote high environmental, health and safety standards and behaviours for yourself and your co-workers.
Develop and improve hydrometallurgical, thermal and concentration processes in conjunction with production, customers, external technology suppliers, JMTC and other members of the technical team.
Monitor and analyse hydrometallurgical processes and data, supporting resolution of issues proactively identify out of control processes and investigate root cause in a timely fashion to minimise impact on Business and Operational performance.
Use knowledge of statistical analysis and data visualisation packages (e.g. JMP, Minitab, Tableau, etc.) to provide robust data driven solutions to technical problems, and to communicate these findings in a clear and professional form.
Undertake bench, pilot and plant scale experimental work as required to meet
Work closely with and support other technical functions in the implementation and early production stages of new feeds and processes.
Requirements for the role:
First degree in Chemistry (or similar) based subject. Essential
Master’s degree or PhD in Chemistry or similar natural science-based subject - Desirable
Experience within process development or relevant operations experience - Desirable
High level of numeracy working with systems and data - Essential
Ability to write technical reports detailing Problem resolutions, process improvements and experimental findings in a clear and evidence based way. - Essential
An understanding of heat and mass balances, P&IDs and PFDs and other process docs Desirable
How you will be rewarded:
We offer a competitive compensation and JM Elements benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles). Our JM Elements Benefits programme helps our employees understand and manage the JM benefits, as well as helping you focus on your overall wellbeing – for you and your family.
We use our inspiring science and technology to enhance lives. For those who are passionate about sustainable solutions and shaping our markets, we offer stretch and a wealth of diverse opportunities.
We’ll give you freedom to bring your whole self to work and be part of a team where difference matters and all voices are heard, that genuinely cares for you and where your contribution is appreciated. We’ll empower you to lean in and make things happen, to create solutions and value for our customers. United by our values and vision, we’re self-starters sharing the same values and accountability and always with a shared commitment to doing the right thing. We’re passionate about making a difference and delivering a better tomorrow for us and for you – a cleaner and healthier world, today and for future generations.
Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.
Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised
For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact
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