Elastomer Formulation Chemist

Description:

Specialty chemical / materials manufacturer is looking for an experienced chemist with expertise in rubber formulation and compounding. Company offers excellent benefits, relocation package, and competitive pay; great opportunities for growth!

The Elastomer Formulation Chemist is responsible for developing new commercial applications for the company. This position develops projects in an assigned product / customer area; contributes to the preparation, presentation, and follow-up of proposals, plans and organizes research effort; analyzes research outcomes and makes recommendations to the team and their customers.

Product Development Activities
 

• Plan, conduct, and direct projects of major importance related to developing new commercial applications
• Apply technical knowledge in support of customers’ use of products and develop business relationships within all areas of supply chain
• Resolve technical problems requiring application of knowledge
• Originate and apply new and unique problem-solving approach

Business Development Activities
 

• Develop and maintain customer relationships alongside others on the Applications Team
• Prepare and present technical info to interested parties (customers, technical meetings, etc.)
• Analyze research and make technical recommendations regarding product-line

Reporting Activities
 

• Prepare monthly reports
• Write research reports upon completion of projects

Collaboration
 

• Collaborate with and provide technical advice to other professionals inside and outside the organization
• Exchange information with other chemists and scientists through professional organizations

Compliance
 

• Comply with all Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures
• Adhere to the company’s Integrated Management System

Other Responsibilities

• Work with latitude for action or decision that may be in cooperation with supervisor
• Continuously seek ways to improve the performance of the facility’s operation
• Ensure customers’ (both internal and external) needs are met
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor or management