Develop new, innovative productsExplore new chemistries in line with the companies strategic goalsDevelop analytical and other quality required parametersDevelop processes for manufacturing new products including their upscaling into pilot scaleDevelop analytical and quality procedures to ensure the products functionalityDevelop new Applications for existing or new productsSupport Production department on any problems arising in productionManage the R&D Laboratory and its personnelDevelop Equipment and technical standards according to the requirements

CK Group are recruiting for a Team leader to join a hazardous waste management company based at their site near Stoke on Trent. This is a 3 rotating sift pattern of 5am-2pm/1pm-10pm/9.30pm-5.30am Team leader role:Lead an RSD team of 2-3 persons whilst undertaking an active role in the unloading of parallelised incoming waste prior to acceptance inspection by the Chemist. Once inspected, this waste will require segregation and storage in appropriate storage bays. Following this, processing may be required as directed. Working nights plus 25% shift allowance. Main Duties:• To lead a team of typically 2-3 persons.• To ensure the team is working towards and achieving relevant KPIs.• Safely operate a counterbalance FLT • Weighing of incoming loads on the site weighbridge prior to unloading the vehicle.• Assisting chemists in checking the load as required (eg removing clips/lids, re-stacking pallets etc)• Ensure maximum storage capacity in storage bays is achieved Your background• Experience of working in the Hazardous Waste Sector • FLT counterbalance license• Must demonstrate willingness to work in outdoor conditions in a hazardous chemical environment undertaking a manual/hands on approach• Must be able to understand spoken English in order to understand verbal safety instructions Apply:It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference in all correspondence.