MKT Technical Support Lab, Chemist I or II CA 138.25

$67,000 -$78,000 per year

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Marketing Technical Support Lab, Chemist I is responsible for providing support to Product Development, Marketing, Sales, and other departments within and outside of Dunn Edwards. He/she works closely with other members of the technical support team to conduct product durability testing, evaluate product performance, lead exposure efforts, design, and manage project tasks using project management software. Run competitive benchmarking as well as managing the database systems to effectively communicate large sets of data generated. He/she will be tasked with handling and validating complaints and providing support to the technical service team. Other efforts include the proper managing of Product certifications. Vital skills for the role include the ability to communicate effectively, manage project tasks effectively, be organized, teamwork and observational skills. All work shall be performed with adherence to Dunn Edwards’ environmental, health and safety (EHS) policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Strong general chemistry knowledge and laboratory testing methods. Able to prepare and test products on different performance properties, according to DE specifications independently. Able to handle multiple exposure and benchmarking projects and complete tasks based on project priority. Organize, collect, and input data from large competitive benchmarking studies into database software’s and other data entry programs. Provides comprehensive technical support, perform testing and data collection and management for different Marketing Technical support efforts.

Work in partnership with Product Managers and Product Development team to help project efforts by creating structured timeline and testing parameters, for benchmarking projects, Exposure testing projects and validation tests. Maintain and manage all project records in a professional & effective manner. Delivers quality presentations and communicates with PD, Marketing, Sales, and other teams. Helps support the continuous efforts to improve current exposure testing, benchmarking, and other methods. Create and maintain an orderly and professional workspace with adherence to good housekeeping practices. Participate in safety inspections and conduct all work in a manner consistent with safety best practices.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This role has no supervisory responsibilities. The Marketing Technical Support Lab Chemist I may occasionally mentor, train, and/or help direct the work of Technicians.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree (B.S., B. A.) from four-year College or university; and one to two years related experience; or equivalent combination of education/training and experience.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and methods, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively prepare and present information to a variety of audiences and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and others.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply moderate mathematical concepts such as statistical analysis exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

COMPUTER SKILLS: Proficiency with MS Office. Experience with database systems, project management software, and statistical software preferred. Able to manipulate and create data tables, build formatting techniques to organize data into charts and graphs for presentations.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Always taking on opportunities and acting progressively.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: None.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This position will allow an individual to learn a broad in-depth knowledge of paint raw materials, paint failure modes, paint market needs and the Dunn-Edwards product line.

COMPENSATION: Salary

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Yearly Bonus plan
• Top notch benefit program:
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Generous 401(k) plan
  • Life insurance
  • Tuition assistance program
• Competitive vacation and paid sick leave
• Rewards and recognition program

Perks:

• Mon-Fri work week with flexible schedule
• New facility with state-of-the-art lab equipment and workspace
• Summer Alternative work schedule, suitable for work life balance
• Fully stocked break rooms and outdoor grilling/lounging space

This job description should not be construed to imply that the above functions are the entire standard of the position. As an employee, the individual shall follow and complete any other instructions related to duties, which may be required by a superior.

SAFETY & POSSIBLE HAZARDS:

• Always wear proper personal protective equipment.
• Observe all safety procedures.
• Report any unsafe condition to the Group Leader at once.

HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

• Health & Safety Training:
• HMIS Training (i.e., Hazard Communication: 29 CFR 1910.1200 and GISO 5194).
• Personal Protective Equipment (i.e., Level A through D: GISO 3382, 3384 and 3385).
• Emergency Response & Evacuation (i.e., 29 CFR 1910.120 and GISO 5192).

Distribution, Labs and Manufacturing: Some positions in Distribution, Labs and Manufacturing may have physical requirements that include, but are not limited to: (10) Lifting of items up to 65 pounds (11) Use of respirator

Dunn-Edwards is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)