Chemist

Description:

This is a first shift opportunity, 8am - 5pm M-F.

This position is broken down into two main responsibilities. 80% of the day is spent working on the day to day experiments (scale ups from production batches), and the other 20% will be working on long-term projects. The long term projects could be anywhere from 1 week in length to 1 month.

A typical day will start with coordinating the days tests, and evaluating what the next steps are in the long term project that they will be simultaneously working on. Majority of the testing will be designated from the lead chemist. They will assign a test with a given formula (already established with SOPs in place) and then the chemist will make it. Working alongside a Lead Chemist, this person will evaluate the formula, and consult on the next steps depending on the clients request. Some of the changes could be a different color of Epoxys, Polymers and Plastics, new standards that the epoxy or plastic may have to be tolerant to, etc., primarily for the automotive industry.

Responsibilities:

Design polyurethane formulations to meet specific performance requirements

Testing of new raw materials to improve existing products

Utilize expertise in polyurethane chemistry to troubleshoot formulation

Researching of new raw materials

Testing of physical and mechanical properties

Creating test methods for special applications

Creating lab reports and other necessary documentations

Technical support for customer complaints

Technical support for scale up, production, sales, and engineering

Preparation of customer samples

Training of Entry Level Chemist and supporting the R&D and QC team.

Testing all analytical values and provide proper documentation

report to R&D manager current product development and status of lab

Performs other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

PUR, Epoxy, Plastics and Polymers

2k reactive resins

Mechanical testing

Physical testing

Dispersion and 2K dosing process

Skills:

Chemistry, Laboratory, Analytical chemistry, Wet chemistry, R&d, Research & development, Development, formulation, adhesives

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

MUST HAVES:

1. Bachelor Degree in Chemistry or Bio-Chemistry

2. At least 2 years of experience in a chemistry lab

3. Strong communication skills in person and via video, phone, etc. They will be reporting to a manager in Germany so communication is key.

NICE TO HAVES:

- Adhesives experience

- Familiar with TMA, DSC, Karl Fisher

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.