Elastomer Formulation Chemist
Specialty chemical / materials manufacturer is looking for an experienced chemist with expertise in rubber formulation and compounding. Company offers excellent benefits, relocation package, and competitive pay; great opportunities for growth!
The Elastomer Formulation Chemist is responsible for developing new commercial applications for the company. This position develops projects in an assigned product / customer area; contributes to the preparation, presentation, and follow-up of proposals, plans and organizes research effort; analyzes research outcomes and makes recommendations to the team and their customers.
Product Development Activities
- Plan, conduct, and direct projects of major importance related to developing new commercial applications
- Apply technical knowledge in support of customers’ use of products and develop business relationships within all areas of supply chain
- Resolve technical problems requiring application of knowledge
- Originate and apply new and unique problem-solving approach
Business Development Activities
- Develop and maintain customer relationships alongside others on the Applications Team
- Prepare and present technical info to interested parties (customers, technical meetings, etc.)
- Analyze research and make technical recommendations regarding product-line
Reporting Activities
- Prepare monthly reports
- Write research reports upon completion of projects
Collaboration
- Collaborate with and provide technical advice to other professionals inside and outside the organization
- Exchange information with other chemists and scientists through professional organizations
Compliance
- Comply with all Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures
- Adhere to the company’s Integrated Management System
Other Responsibilities
- Work with latitude for action or decision that may be in cooperation with supervisor
- Continuously seek ways to improve the performance of the facility’s operation
- Ensure customers’ (both internal and external) needs are met
- Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor or management
Salary
$90,000 – $130,000
Benefits M/D/V/401K/HAS
Technical Qualifications:
- BS Degree in Chemistry or related degree
- Minimum of 2 years of industry experience in elastomer product formulation
- Experience working with customers, R&D, sales and manufacturing, troubleshooting technical issues
- If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Devin Heffernan at dheffernan@cps4jobs.com.
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