Job Description

Team Leader

  • Salary: £73000 per annum
  • REF Number: v-175637
  • Consultant: Emily Mills
  • Contact: 01246 457720
  • Date Published: 18.02.2026
  • Industry: Chemical
  • Location: Oldbury, West Midlands, England
  • Functional Expertise: Research & Development

CK Group are recruiting for a Process Team Leader to join a materials manufacturing company, at their site based in Oldbury, on a permanent basis.

This is a shift based role. The hours are 7am to 7pm, with a pattern of two days, two nights, then six days off.

Salary:

This role offers a salary of £73,000, inclusive of shift allowance.

The Company:

Our client is a materials manufacturer specialising in manufacturing and development of advanced composite materials for aerospace applications.

This role is located in Oldbury.

Process Operator Role:

  • To lead the efficient operation of Fine Chemicals & Innovation Unit processes.
  • Organise the shift to safely run new and existing chemical processes, closely following detailed instructions, and troubleshooting issues as they occur.
  • Materials handling using Fork Lift Truck, lifting aids and manual handling.
  • Plant process monitoring including sampling and analysis as appropriate.
  • Monitoring of product quality to ensure compliance with standards and specifications.
  • Compile and interpret results of tests and analysis.
To be successful in this role you will need:

  • You should have a PhD or Degree in Chemistry or suitable science subjects.
  • A high level of understanding of reaction chemistry and safety is essential.
  • Experience in process development, chemical manufacture or R&D would be extremely beneficial in this role.
  • You must be thorough, accurate and self-motivated. You should be comfortable leading a team, and proactively work alone as required.
  • You should be capable of, or willing to learn how to wear respiratory protective equipment and to drive a Fork Lift Truck.

    Previous experience would be beneficial, however full training will be given if required for a successful candidate.

  • Appreciation of the risks associated with the handling of hazardous chemicals, conducting chemical processes at plant scale.
  • Commitment to work the required shift pattern.
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It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference 175637 in all correspondence.

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