Chemist - R&D and Process Technology

SI Group•Rotterdam Junction, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for helping design then lead process development and troubleshooting existing products. Should be able to work independently with general guidance. May guide work of technicians.

Requirements

BSc and 4 years of experience or MSc and 2 years of experience or PhD and 0 of experience

Responsibilities

Conduct process development as directed by the Process Technology Manager
Provide effectively written and verbal reports as required.
Provide technical service to both internal and external customers through the resolution of quality problems and customer complaints related to the chemical characteristics of our products
Conduct research with minimum supervision and achieve the goals agreed to by mutual consent with Process Technology Manager
Participate in Process Hazard Analysis of new and existing site processes
Handles multiple assignments and coordinates with others.
Suggests alternative approaches within the scope of the experiment or project/process.
Becomes familiar with the technology of the functional unit or area.
Guide daily activities of technicians.
Provide technical and hands-on support for plant operations and customers as required.
Carry out special projects in support of R&D and Manufacturing as directed by the Process Technology Management
Adhere to company EH&S regulations, SI Group Responsible Care practices and ISO 9000 programs
Maintain a clean and safe laboratory and working environment.
Works with supervision to ensure data integrity and verify that their work is correct.
Maintains established quality control documentation.
Report any situation believed to present a risk to health and safety of self and others.
Accomplishes all EHS training requirements in accordance with their scheduling.
Is knowledgeable of hazardous/non-hazardous waste generation practices.