The Product Development Chemist leads projects including development of new products, improvements of existing products, and scientific support through laboratory studies and analyses of results.

Planning:

Plan project-related activities by taking into account requested tasks and deadlines. Works independently to managing projects and product testing.

Organizational:

Accomplish assigned tasks, analyze results and communicate findings in written progress reports. Plan appropriate next steps on projects with little guidance. Signify requirements in material resources (addition, replacement) to the Research & Development Manager. Support Quality and Production teams with challenges and product scale ups as needed.

Planning and implementation:

• Plan and prioritize assigned laboratory activities and tasks according to team objectives;
• Design and carry out required lab experiments to study initial feasibility through final process optimization, application testing and shelf life studies. Maintain a neat and accurate notebook of all experimental data
• Review and analyze results, with ability to perform tasks and make decisions independently, or with team members as needed;
• Write thorough reports on progress of projects;
• Propose solutions to problems encountered during project evolution;
• Calibrate laboratory equipment as scheduled and maintain desk and work environment in a neat and good condition.
• Conduct all work in full compliance with company HS&E regulations.
• Conduct literature searches as required to review technical and patent issues.

Internal client relationships:

• Participate in various meetings or activities in which other departments are involved;
• Work with Product Management, Sales and Marketing to help resolve customer application issues using our products.
• Provide scientific support to the SOPREMA manufacturing facilities in North America;
• Contribute to the qualification approval process of critical raw materials used by SOPREMA.

Special Projects as outlined by the Research & Development Manager

Minimum Qualification: Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, plastics, rubber, textile or related field, preferably chemistry.
• Experience in a chemical Research & Development laboratory.
• Excellent spoken and written communication abilities.
• Must be able to plan, manage and prioritize multiple work assignments while achieving high throughput and meeting communicated deadlines.
• Desire for continuing education (e.g., Master’s Degree, Stage Gate process, Design of Experiments, Project Management, Time Management, etc.)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wadsworth, OH 44281: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in Product Development in a manufacturing environment?
• Do you have experience with project management for R&D?
• Do you have experience with report writing to communicate findings as it relates to R&D tests?
• What is your salary requirement to make a job change?

Work Location: One location

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