Full time Permanent

Production Chemist

Pertemps Leeds
Uttoxeter, Staffordshire, ST14 8AZ
money-bag £31000 - £34000 per annum
Posted: 27 July 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 26 August 2026
Ref: 60507341

Production Chemist
Location: Uttoxeter, Staffordshire
Salary: £31,000 - £34,000 (depending on experience) + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Schedule: Monday to Friday – no weekends 
The Opportunity
Are you passionate about science and looking to build a long-term career within a world-leading manufacturing environment?
We're recruiting for a Production Chemist to join a global leader in industrial, medical and specialty gases. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a scientific background and strong analytical skills to join a business that offers comprehensive training, career development and outstanding benefits.
Working within a specialist production team, you'll manufacture high-accuracy calibration gases and reference materials used across a wide range of industries, ensuring products are produced safely, accurately and in line with strict quality standards.
Key Responsibilities

  • Manufacture high-accuracy calibration gases and reference materials using gravimetric methods
  • Produce oxygen and flammable gas mixtures in accordance with established operating procedures
  • Prepare gas cylinders for filling, including valve fitting, treatment, painting and evacuation
  • Maintain exceptional quality standards in line with ISO 6142 and ISO 17034 accreditation
  • Support the Production Manager with stock control, ordering cylinders and source gases
  • Coordinate cylinder movements and support site logistics, including forklift operations (training provided where required)
  • Maintain accurate production records and ensure compliance with all health, safety and quality procedures
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure production targets and customer requirements are achieved

About You
We're looking for someone who has a genuine interest in science and enjoys working in a precise, process-driven environment.
You'll ideally have:
  • A scientific qualification or background (Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or similar)
  • Strong mathematical and analytical skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow technical procedures accurately
  • Good organisational and communication skills
  • Confidence using Microsoft Office and computer-based systems
  • A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
  • The ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Previous experience handling gases, laboratory equipment or forklift trucks is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided.
What's on Offer
  • £31,000 - £34,000 depending on experience
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Employer pension contributions of up to 10.7%
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy additional leave
  • Comprehensive healthcare trust
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Exclusive employee discounts
  • Ongoing training and structured career development
  • A supportive, inclusive working environment with opportunities to progress within a global organisation

If you're looking to develop your scientific career with a business that invests heavily in its people, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

Perform a fresh search...

  • Create your ideal job search criteria by
    completing our quick and simple form and
    receive daily job alerts tailored to you!

Jobs. Straight to your inbox!