Product Development Chemist

About this role

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a science-related field
• Minimum of 2 years professional laboratory or plant experience
• Possess problem solving skills, be self-motivated, and initiate continuous improvement
• Have communication and interpersonal skills along with the ability to read, write, and speak English
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, and Excel
• Required to lift up to 50 lbs periodically in the pilot lab
• RCRA compliant and participate in regulatory, health & safety and process training activities

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Technology Group, Sales, customers, Operations, SQRA, and Procurement through testing, data gathering and processing, formula and sample preparation, and statistical analysis
• Support the Industrial Applications team by assisting in the development, optimization, and performance testing of defoamer formulations ensuring products meet application and customer requirements
• Collaborate with senior chemists to edit, refine, and document defoamer formulas incorporating laboratory data, raw material evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Conduct research, competitive analysis, formulation of new products, and comparative performance analysis
• Complete lab requests as assigned including raw material evaluations and prepare samples for customers and field trials
• Document all lab work thoroughly in laboratory notebook and prepare reports and presentations summarizing laboratory work and findings
• Maintain laboratory equipment and instrumentation in good working order and practice safe laboratory techniques
• Provide continuous improvement through product and process evaluation

Benefits

• Up to 10% Retirement Contribution
• $600 per Year Wellness Incentive
• Two Weeks Starting Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision eligible first day of the month following hire date