Associate R&D Chemist

1 month ago

Derry Village, United States TRI-K Industries Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

About TRI-K


Celebrating our 50th anniversary this year, TRI-K Industries, Inc. has been a leading provider of sustainable specialty ingredients since 1974. Our mission is to inspire consumer brands and enable their success by delivering differentiating technologies, prioritizing product efficacy and sustainability. Motivated by our core values of Empathy, Curiosity, and Excellence, our customers and partners get the attention, agility, and innovation they need to be successful in the marketplace. We specialize in proteins, including amino acids and natural peptides, modern preservatives, and multi-active, multi-functional ingredient solutions. Our in-house development team continually pioneers new materials, differentiating our customers’ brands. We strive to amplify consumers’ voices within our organization, ensuring we bring relevant offerings and innovations to the market.


Summary:

Performs research and development activities related to the formulation of new products and the improvement of existing products. Evaluates and troubleshoots production related problems.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Work with the senior R&D members to identify, plan, perform and report research and technology projects on innovative new protein products and alternate raw material sources.
  • Continuously learn and develop new ways to study, generate, analyze, manipulate, and characterize enzyme hydrolysis products such as peptides, and polysaccharides.
  • Support exploration into new technologies and products with recommendations and participation in company innovation meetings.
  • Collaborate with engineering on the transfer of R&D projects to the plant.
  • Prepare and update finished product specifications and maintain laboratory SDS’s.
  • Prepare detailed reports on product development projects as well as reports required by Management
  • Evaluate competitive samples and prepare reports comparing to existing product(s)
  • Prepare sample material for new product development/customer projects. Provide support to the sample department
  • Assist Technical Staff with completing customer forms & questionnaires, coding packets, spreadsheets, technical information assistance and general documentation.
  • Provides and stores documentation as required for project management/product docket
  • Develop and implement procedures for tracking projects from receipt to completion
  • Support CAPA investigations with lab work, as necessary
  • Keep up-to-date on industry innovations and technical information.
  • Follow safe laboratory guidelines and plant safety protocols
  • Reviews R&D records to ensure that no critical errors have occurred
  • PDQU (Product Development Quality Unit) Member


Requirements:

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university, preferably in Chemistry, Biology or a related field. One to three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience is a plus.


Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Communicates changes and progress. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Interpersonal - Maintains confidentiality; Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively. Business Acumen - Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition. Strategic Thinking - Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities. Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Professionalism - Reacts well under pressure; Follows through on commitments.


Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.


Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, and volume.


Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.


Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software; Spreadsheet software; Internet software and Contact Management systems.


Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Physical Demands:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.


We offer a competitive compensation package including:


• Medical

• Dental

• 401 (K)

• Vision

• Paid Time Off

• Life Insurance

• In addition to other programs and plans



TRI-K Industries is an equal opportunity employer and we celebrate and value diversity in our workforce. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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