What are the responsibilities and job description for the POLYOLEFINS RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT RESEARCH SCIENTIST position at Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A?
POLYOLEFINS RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT RESEARCH SCIENTIST
201 Formosa Dr, Point Comfort, TX 77978, USA Req #1193 Friday, February 7, 2025
Company Overview for Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.
Founded in 1978, Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. (Formosa Plastics) is a growing, vertically-integrated supplier of plastic resins and petrochemicals. With annual revenues of more than $5 billion, we employ over 2,800 people who operate 20 production units in six business divisions - Olefins, Polyolefins, Vinyl, Specialty Polyvinyl Chloride, Chlor-Alkali, and Oil & Gas.
Formosa Plastics offers a full line of polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene and polypropylene resins, caustic soda and other petrochemicals that deliver the consistency, performance and quality that customers demand. We market our polypropylene and polyethylene resins under the Formolene® tradename; we market our suspension PVC and specialty (dispersion) PVC resins under the Formolon® tradename. We also produce and sell caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, commercial bleach and hydrochloric acid.
We are committed to supplying the highest quality products and services to our customers, providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and contributing to the quality of life in the communities where we operate. This commitment is made possible through our dedicated people, consistent products, continued protection of the environment and ongoing investments in new product development, quality control systems and safe, modern and energy-efficient production facilities.
Formosa Plastics is a privately held company headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey. Our core business, producing plastic resins and petrochemicals, takes place at three wholly-owned chemical manufacturing subsidiaries located in Delaware City, Delaware, Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Point Comfort, Texas.
I. POSITION OBJECTIVE
The Research Scientist position is responsible for developing capabilities and competencies in polymer characterization and testing with expertise in polymer science, chemistry, analytical technologies and mechanical testing and with deep insights in structure-processing-property relationships. The goal of the polymer science is to provide solutions needed for catalyst / product development, process control and optimization, customer service and application development, and market leadership so as to effectively support polyolefin business, all while sustaining a safe and healthful working environment that meets environmental, health, safety regulations, and company requirements. Experiences with polymer material science and mechanical testing are preferred, especially with successful records related to morphology and crystallization.
II. MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY
Polymer Science and Characterization : Develop state-of-art capabilities and competencies in polymer science, characterization techniques and polymer structure-processing-property relationships. The new hire will work in a cross-functional team, interacting with R&D and business partners, conducting product development projects, and providing the solutions to meet customers' requisition. Provide technical leadership / support and drive improvements in established test methods in the laboratory.
Product and Technology Development : Develop and deliver new and improved products and applications in a timely manner for value creation and / or cost saving; improve the competitiveness of our product portfolio and product quality to meet customers' needs.
Operations Support : Provide technical support to the Operating Units to enable the Unit to achieve smooth operation, manufacture high-quality products and avoid unscheduled process interruptions. Act as liaison between customer needs and Operations capabilities to prevent further discrepancies.
THM : Promote cleanliness and order through implementation of the Total House Keeping Maintenance Program. Emphasize Nothing Touch the Ground Program and No Visual Pollution Program. Maintain the plant in like new condition.
III. QUALIFICATIONS
A. TECHNICAL JOB CRITERIA
1. Previous Related Experience Required
Position requires a M.S. in Polymer Science or closely related field plus a minimum 5 years’ related experience; preferably in polyolefin with experience conducting polymer characterization and materials science research in a laboratory setting.
2. Technical Skills Required To Perform This Job
- Personal computer skills and applicable software.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Good business writing ability.
- Strong background in polymer chemistry and physics
- In-depth knowledge of structure – property relationship of polyolefin
- Knowledge with polymer manufacturing and conversion processes.
- Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data from commercial plant operations.
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
3. Education
Position requires a M.S. in Polymer Science, or closely related field plus a minimum of 5 years of polymer experience, preferably in polyolefin with experience conducting polymer characterization and materials science research in a laboratory setting.
4. Other Certification / Training Required To Gain Function-Related Technical Knowledge
Check Out Our Benefits
Health Coverage and Perks Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care Short-term Disability Long-term Disability Group Term Life, Dependent andSupplemental Life InsuranceTuition Reimbursement
Work / Life Balance
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off for a balanced life
Vacation, Sick and Personal Time)
FlexTime Available
Competitive Compensation
Competitive salary, incentive / bonus, 401(k) plan with company match,
Cash Balance, Pension Plan
