Formulation Chemist 1 - Sumter Coatings

Ergon Asphalt and Emulsions, Inc., Sumter Coatings is seeking a full-time Formulation Chemist 1 to join our team. The Formulation Chemist is responsible for planning and executing laboratory activities to support existing business and new product development. This position will lead the formulation and testing of new products from the lab bench to commercialization to drive innovation in coatings technology.

Must have more than 2 years of direct, hands-on experience with formulating 1K and 2K protective coating systems.

Skills Required

• Knowledge and expertise in advanced chemistry concepts is required
• 2 years of direct, hands-on experience with formulating 1K and 2K protective coatings systems; solvent-based epoxy is preferred
• Strong knowledge of coating formulation techniques and testing procedures for commercial and light industrial applications
• Knowledge of structure-property relationships is required
• Familiarity with multiple coating systems (solvent-based, water-based, 1K, 2K, epoxy, alkyd, polyurethane, acrylic, etc.) is desired.
• Good communication (verbal and written), problem-solving, interpersonal, and computer skills
  
  

Education And Experience Requirements

• B.S. Chemistry
• 2 years or more of related experience.
  
  

Duties And Responsibilities

• Formulate new products by utilizing knowledge of structure-property relationships
• Reformulate based on raw material cost performance or availability of raw materials
• Evaluate competitors' products to identify similar or identical products
• Serve as a technical resource to Production, Quality, Customer Service, and Sales
• Analyze rejected products from quality assurance or customers and develop root cause analyses to prevent ongoing problems
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks based on evolving priorities and deadlines to ensure timely delivery
• Manage and review all formula information, specifications, analytics, and procedures, including preliminary manufacturing instructions
• Regularly communicate results of laboratory work to internal and external parties as required
• Ensuring formula compliance with industry standards
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Why Ergon Inc.?

Benefits

At Ergon, we are a relationship-driven, family-owned company that values each employee's growth and contributions. Headquarters in Flowood, Mississippi, we take pride in maintaining a close-knit, small-company atmosphere while offering exceptional career opportunities. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) matching & profit sharing
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Plans
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Tuition assistance
  
  

At Ergon Inc., We Live By Our Core Values

• Empowered Service: Together, we're committed to delivering unparalleled service. We do what's right, provide solutions, and foster stronger relationships with our teams and customers. Employee safety is our top priority and the first consideration in all aspects of our service. That's empowered service.
• Selfless Leadership: We lead with compassion and put those around us before ourselves. We don't say we're experts; we demonstrate it through technical expertise, category innovation, and care for what we do. We call this selfless leadership.
• Purposeful Growth: We believe employee growth and company growth go hand in hand. We build our legacy together to ensure future success through purposeful growth. The company has always reinvested tremendously back into the business, not just growing for the sake of growing but growing in a careful and strategic way.
• Respectful Relationships: Together, we foster a culture of respect, acceptance, and diversity of ideas and people. Our differences make us stronger. We're united by our shared values, always forging respectful relationships.
  
  

Come and join the Ergon team!

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. A clean MVR is required.

We are an EEO/AAP employer.

Job Role: Formulation Chemist 1

Location: Sumter, South Carolina

Pre-employment background, drug and MVR