Research And Development Chemist

2 weeks ago

Wadsworth, United States SOPREMA USA Full time

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

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Plan project-related activities by taking into account requested tasks and deadlines.
  • Work independently to manage projects and product testing.
  • Accomplish assigned tasks, analyze results and communicate findings in written progress reports.
  • Plan appropriate next steps on projects with little guidance. Seek guidance from Manager as needed.
  • Signify requirements in material resources (addition, replacement) to Manager.
  • Support Quality and Production teams with challenges and product scale ups, as needed.
  • 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, perform tasks and make decisions independently, or with team members as needed.
  • Write thorough reports on progress of projects. Provide peer review support to colleagues for project reports.
  • Propose solutions to problems encountered during project evolution.
  • Calibrate laboratory equipment as scheduled.
  • Maintain desk and work environment in a neat condition.
  • Conduct all work in full compliance with company HS&E regulations.
  • Assist in preparation of technical literature.
  • Conduct literature searches as required to review technical and patent issues.
  • Work independently, as well as in team settings, with Product Management, Sales, Technical, Marketing and Production to identify, justify and commercialize R&D projects for new products, cost reductions, improving product quality, and ensuring HS&E compliance.
  • Work with Product Management, Sales and Technical to help resolve customer application issues using our products.
  • Prepare process or laboratory operating procedures.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with other SOPREMA manufacturing sites worldwide to provide and receive technical support as needed.
  • Contribute to the raw material qualification approval process.
  • Determine tasks sequencing with respect to time and equipment constraints.
  • Use a creative approach in problem solving; favor solutions that have a long-lasting impact.
  • Meet with current and potentially new raw material suppliers to continue projects’ forward progression through investigation of alternate products.
  • Potential to provide daily supervision and task management for R&D Technician.
  • Special projects as outlined by Manager


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, plastics, rubber, textile or related field, preferably chemistry.
  • Experience in formulating in a chemical Research & Development laboratory or related product development, with preferred emphasis in asphalt modification, acrylics, PMMA, polyurethanes, polyethers, silicones or other liquid resins/coatings.
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred, but not required.
  • 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.)
  • Good computer skills, be action/results oriented, pay close attention to detail and demonstrate strong organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Must have the ability to work effectively with all other levels of the organization and have a demonstrated orientation to teamwork principles.
  • Willingness to travel up to 7 days per year.
  • Willingness to accept limited evening and weekend work to accomplish project tasks.


Working Conditions and/or Physical Demands:

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
  • Ability to work in laboratory environment, including related chemicals and equipment.
  • Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Ability to handle and lift heavy construction materials.
  • Must be able to visit job sites that include the need to climb a ladder to access a roof, trench, or other locations with restricted physical access, as needed.

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