Latex Chemist

Polytek® Development Corp. is a leading manufacturer of mold making and casting materials. Polytek® is currently looking for a highly motivated and experienced Chemist with a strong background in latex formulations individual to join our rapidly expanding company.

Job Duties:

· Thorough understanding of mixing and processing requirements to make liquid latex for mold making in adhesive applications, including latex; evaporation processes

· Provides daily direction and communication to the Quality Control Technicians including hiring, firing, performance reviews, time off requests, timesheets and training.

· Design and perform laboratory experiments; as directed, to develop specific chemistry systems.

· Ability to perform laboratory experiments as directed by the VP of R&D

· Thoughtfully perform experiments independently to arrive at a goal stated by the VP of R&D

· Record and maintain all lab work in a lab notebook

· Assist with QC tests as needed

· Interact with production personnel on pilot batches and production problems

· Interact with sales personnel to understand existing product issues/uses and product development needs

· Interact with customers and assist with technical support questions and inquiries

· Keep laboratory work area neat and uncluttered

· Organize and maintain chemical sample storage racks

· Understand hazards of chemicals through company provided training and reading MSDSs and labels

· Wear proper personal protective equipment (e.g., gloves and safety glasses) and following all safety rules

· Report safety concerns immediately to your supervisor

· Work within cross functional teams to enable new product development project success

· Assist with troubleshooting, application development and commercialization

· Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

· Standing and walking for full shift

· Occasionally lift full 5-gallon pails (40 lb)

· Frequently lift 1-gallon pails (8 lb)

· Ability to occasionally climb stairs

· Ability to operate specialized lab equipment

· Must wear job-specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for entirety of shift.

· Talk, hear and vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Required Education and Experience:

· Bachelors degree in chemistry or higher

· 5-10 years of experience with latex formulation

· 2-3 years of management experience, a plus

· Basic computer skills

· Ability to read, write and speak in English

· Self motivated

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.