What are the responsibilities and job description for the Chemist position at United Surface Solutions?
Job Overview
The Chemist will develop, process, combine, and test materials to be used in production. Based on data gathered and expertise, the Chemist will also identify and recommend the most appropriate materials for specific applications.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Collaborates with appropriate production and process staff to understand the material specifications sought for a particular application or product.
- Identifies, selects, and recommends materials based on weight, strength, heat and cold tolerance, cost, and durability.
- Measures performance of various materials in accordance with specifications.
- Observes or participates in product testing process as appropriate.
- When a material fails, gathers data and analyzes the reasons why the material did not meet specifications.
- Reports testing results to material producer; identifies when applicable the reasons the selected material did or did not fulfill desired specifications
- Collaborates with process engineers as part of a development and fabrication team to create a new material when none of the suggested materials meet specifications.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the proven ability to fully understand customers’ requirements.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a development team.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software and software used in product testing and documentation.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering highly preferred.
- At least five years of experience using composite materials either as a materials engineer or a process engineer preferably with PVC materials.·
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
