What are the responsibilities and job description for the Jr. Chemist--Resins position at Sika AG?
Company Description
With over 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika has offices in over 100 countries with over 300 manufacturing facilities and more than 33,500 employees worldwide. With annual sales of 11.5 billion dollars in 2022, our commitment to quality, innovation, and the environment as well as putting our customer’s needs first, encompasses why Sika is the global leader in our industries.
Job Description
Develop new products and provide technical support to production plants and customers. Analyze substances to determine their composition and concentration of elements. Conduct tests on materials and other substances to ensure that safety and quality standards are met.
- Independently develop new specialty chemical products and industrial materials according to customer specifications in the construction and industrial markets.
- Develop DOE (Design of Experiments) and design FEMA for product development.
- Define new product QA requirements to ensure product quality and performance.
- Transfer new products/technologies to the Processing group.
- Perform initial material testing and gain material approvals from customers.
- Provide technical support to manufacturing plants to assure product quality.
Qualifications
- Two (2) years of experience in the offered role, or a related position.
- Minimum requirement, a Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Chemistry or a related field plus two (2) years of experience in the field.
- Master’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Must have two (2) years of experience in each of the following (experience may be gained concurrently):
- Hands-on industrial experience in polyester concrete overlays, cement-based mortars, and mortar admixtures
- Experience with specific laboratory equipment for testing mortars, and normal concrete products; and
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project Management.
- Strong presentation skills. Excellent technical and business writing skills.
- Excellent skills in DOE, Design FEMA, and other quality programs.
- Good computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project Management.
Additional Information
Building Trust, Every Day
Competitive Benefits: Health Insurance, 401k with company match, year-end profit-sharing bonus, paid time off, and paid holidays.
Meaningful Work: Sika products enhance our surroundings and the work every employee completes helps positively impact daily lives by making our world stronger, more durable, and more reliable – every day.
Company Culture: Sika centers work culture around entrepreneurship where individuals have the power to make decisions, learn from mistakes, and define their career.
Community Involvement: Sika takes active roles in our community and aims to support volunteer work and charitable endeavors across the United States through rebuilding and giving back.
Sustainability Initiatives: Sika is committed to sustainable development, reducing environmental impacts, and assuming social responsibility. The company supports energy efficient projects and implements numerous measures aimed to boost economic, social, and ecological sustainability.
Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.
