Chemist

LATICRETE•Grand Prairie, TX

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

At LATICRETE International, a family-owned company with over 65 years of experience and a presence in 100 countries, we are seeking passionate and ambitious individuals to join our team. We are driven to be a top ten construction chemical company that values family, diversity, collaboration, and invention. We don't just make innovative products; we strive to connect with, engage with, and improve the lives of our employees, customers, partners, and communities. This role is for a Chemist I, responsible for performing accurate formulation and analytical tests in accordance with established procedures. The Chemist I develops and conducts complex chemical studies and experiments, using independent judgment while reporting and analyzing data under general supervision.

Requirements

BA/BS in a Physical Science required, Chemistry is preferred.
Experience in a 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.
Must be able to lift and/or carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
Must be able to push/pull 50 pounds.
Must be able to stand at least 50% of the day.
Must be able to sit at least 50% of the day.

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.
Maintain a clean working laboratory environment and ensure equipment is properly functioning.
Ensure instruments are calibrated and validated per laboratory procedures.
Comply with all laboratory, company, State, and Federal safety regulations.
Support Technical Services requests to evaluate field complaints.
Support Operations in evaluating product inconsistencies and providing disposition.
Communicate results within R&D and cross-functional departments.
Organize and participate in field trials.
Interact with end-use customers and contractors to understand product usage, limitations, and needs.
Write batching formulas for the production department based upon completed laboratory formulations.
Follow the process through to full commercialization.
Assist in determining Quality Control parameters for product testing.
Document all work via approved methods and share developments via occasional technical presentations.
Independently process, analyze, and interpret results and data.
Summarize ongoing work and findings during department meetings.
Document work continuously according to standard practice.
Summarize all project work in a formal end report.