Expert Chemist

Ellsworth Corporation•Germantown, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ellsworth Corporation, a global, industry leading distributor of specialty chemicals and equipment and adhesive manufacturer, is seeking an Expert Chemist. This on-site role is based at KitPackers, LLC, an Ellsworth Corporation company in Germantown, WI. The position involves providing expert-level technical support and introducing new technologies to customers. KitPackers specializes in packaging high-end adhesives for the aerospace, defense, technology, and automotive industries. The role offers a PTO allotment from day one, competitive pay, a generous quarterly gainsharing (performance bonus) plan, and opportunities for promotion. The Expert Chemist will interact with internal and external customers to develop unique technical design plans, qualify raw materials, validate new product properties, reformulate and support complex current products, and develop new products. Additionally, the role involves troubleshooting complex technical products, new technologies, and capabilities.

Requirements

10+ years of professional related work experience
Bachelor’s in Chemistry or related field is required
Demonstrated ability to use excellent customer service skills to manage difficult or emotional customer situations
Track record of responding promptly to customer needs while soliciting customer feedback to improve service
Exceptional technical skills and continuously pursues training and development opportunities
Observes safety and security procedures to identify and report on potentially unsafe conditions
Excellent track record of using equipment and materials properly and making improvement suggestions
History of promoting a continuous learning culture and enthusiastic technical communication

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Chemistry or related field is preferred

Responsibilities

Determines feasibility of the most complex new technologies and capabilities through exploratory work and other new product design
Teaches and coaches co-workers on successful preparation and testing of exploratory formulas
Consults with customers on how to meet needs, with particular emphasis on complex processes and products not yet clearly defined
Identifies, evaluates, and proposes new technologies and capabilities to support business growth
Maintains knowledge of existing competitor products and technologies