Job Description

The Research Chemist is responsible for conducting laboratory experiments, applying the principles of chemistry and processing towards new products while supporting current applications. They will assist with production scale-up in a manufacturing environment. The Chemist will interact with customers and within professional groups in support of the business.

Responsibilities

• Support current chemistry applications within the business activities for the Highway group; Develop professional expertise in the company's core technologies and identify new opportunities for business growth and cost reductions
• Translate advances in materials chemistry, including paint formulations, into new product improvements and offerings
• Manage experiments for product improvement and new product development; Understands and optimizes water-based paint formulation
• Interface with customers in a support role to support technical initiatives; Coordinate process scale-up and production trial activities
• Maintain a high level of product knowledge of both legacy and new product offering; Investigate independently and collaborate with other groups on quality problems and recommend changes as needed
• Interface with sales and tech support to ensure customer requests are interpreted correctly into product advancements.; Interface with customers in a support role to support initiatives; Participate in professional trade meetings and conferences; Provide chemical and processing support to manufacturing plants to improve manufacturing efficiencies and capabilities
• Maintain a clean lab environment; Use established prudent practices in the laboratory while working; Follow manufacturing plant safety guidelines while on site

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree or higher in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Materials Engineering

3 to 6 years of Chemist/Lab experience required

3 to 6 years of Manufacturing R&D Lab experience preferred

Paint and Coatings experience preferred Glass chemistry, glass composition and optics experience are a plus 

Skills & Knowledge

Microsoft Office - strong in Excel

Laboratory Equipment Experience

Ability to communicate clearly with manager and co-workers

Good housekeeping and Lab cleanliness skills

Strong attention to Detail and Organization

Consistency and Accuracy for Lab Results

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