Formulation Chemist - Polyurethanes

Description : 90,000 )

SUMMARY

The Formulation Chemist is responsible for planning and executing laboratory activities to support product and process development initiatives within the company. Must have more than five years of direct, hands on experience with formulating 1K and 2K polyurethane systems and development of polyurethane polymers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Manage product and process development initiatives which may require knowledge and expertise in advanced concepts in the field of chemistry and / or polymer science.
• Reduce desired end-product attributes to a product development plan by relying on knowledge of structure-processing-properties relationships.
• Serve as a technical resource to Production, Quality, Engineering, Customer Service, and Sales.
• Assist in the creation and maintenance of batch processing instructions.
• Regularly communicate results of laboratory work to internal and external parties as required.
• Must be able to communicate technical information clearly in speech and in writing.

Teamwork is essential for TSE's continued success, so Teamwork is an essential function of every employee's job. Teamwork drives positive results every day. Teamwork promotes positive customer relations and results in exceeding the expectations of our customers. Teamwork benefits every employee since it grows our business and increases our sales. With Teamwork, we all succeed. Without it, we all suffer. Teamwork with co-workers in the same department is just the beginning. Teamwork with every other employee, department and division is the Teamwork that is required to succeed. WE ARE TSE.

Requirements :

SAFETY TRAINING To perform this job successfully, an individual must complete and maintain the following Safety Training requirements.

General Safety Orientation

Lab Safety Training

Hazard Communication Training

HAZWOPER Awareness Training

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Bachelors degree (required) or Masters degree (preferred) in the field of Chemistry. Knowledge and expertise in advanced chemistry concepts is required.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

More than five years of direct, hands on experience with formulating 1K and 2K polyurethane systems and development of polyurethane polymers is required. A knowledge of structure-processing-properties relationships is required, and familiarity with concepts in polymer science and materials science is desired. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and quickly adapt to changing priorities.

MANAGERIAL EXPERIENCE

Five or more years of experience in management of product and / or process development projects is required.

People management experience is not required, but may be beneficial.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to lift 25 pounds.

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Salary : $90,000