Chemist I

LATICRETE•Grand Prairie, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Chemist I is responsible for performing accurate formulation and analytical tests in accordance with Internal LATICRETE, ANSI, and ASTM procedures and/or other accepted methods. The Chemist I develops and conducts complex chemical studies and experiments on organic and/or inorganic formulations. With the supervisor's oversight, this role is expected to use independent judgment, while reporting and analyzing data.

Requirements

BA/BS in a Physical Science required, Chemistry is preferred.
Experience in scientific lab is a plus.
Some familiarity with the process of researching patents, writing invention disclosures, and other publications within the industry.
Demonstrated analytical ability in a laboratory environment well organized, detail oriented, and systematic in documenting results.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills in order to present and write reports.
Ability to organize and present results in a clear concise manner.
Able to analyze data independently and apply some specialized knowledge (e.g. DOE and statistical methods to solve problems).
Must be a self-starter and able to multi-task.
Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other specialty software systems as required.

Nice To Haves

MS in Physical Science or Chemistry a plus.

Responsibilities

Conduct experiments to solve increasingly complex problems.
Review and perform competitive testing and analysis as required.
Maintain a clean working laboratory environment as well as properly working equipment.
Ensure that all instruments that require periodic calibration and validation requirements do so per laboratory calibration/validation procedures.
Comply with all laboratory, company, State and Federal safety regulations.
Support Technical Services requests to evaluate field complaints in specific area.
Support Operations in evaluating product inconsistencies & providing disposition.
Communicate results within R&D, cross-functional departments as required.
Help organize and participate in field trials as required.
Interact with end-use customers and contractors to understand product usage, limitations, and needs.
Write batching formulas for the production department based upon completed and approved laboratory formulations.
Follow process through to full commercialization.
Assist in determining Quality Control parameters for product testing.
Document all work via approved methods and sharing developments via occasional technical presentations.
Independently process, analyze, and interpret results and data in specific area.
Summarize ongoing work and findings to colleagues during department meetings.
Document work continuously according to standard practice.
Summarize all project work in a formal end report.