Junior Chemist

AMMEGA•Beacon, NY

10d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a Junior Chemist, you will be responsible for researching and improving rubber formulations, testing, inspecting and improving raw materials used in Chemprene products. In addition, this position is responsible for regulatory compliance reporting. You will report to the Director of Product Engineering. This on-site position is based in Beacon, New York. The salary range for this position is $65,000-$75,000 annually, depending on experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science or Chemical Engineering
Understanding of cultural differences in global environment
Interpersonal skills / good communication in English
Technical background
Problem solving skills
Excellent leadership skills and Business Acumen
Role model for the Ammega Values
Excellent computer skills including MS Office

Responsibilities

Serves as technical point of contact. Provides agile responses to questions.
Assist with R&D projects
Design and develop elastomer materials (NR, SBR, CR, NBR, IIR) and adhesive systems for bonding to fabric substrates (nylon, polyester, cotton)
Utilize lab equipment and test apparatuses to fabricate and evaluate developed materials.
Perform R&D to evaluate materials and develop Specifications and Process Route Sheets (PRS)
Evaluate physical and chemical properties of new and alternate materials
Prepare test reports and Product Data Sheets
Observe and report on production trials
Assist in solving manufacturing problems to determine root causes
Other projects and duties as assigned.
Liaison with inter-company departments to ensure customer satisfaction in quality, on-time delivery and breadth of product offering
Works closely with manufacturing and ensuring to ensure customer expectations are met regarding product performance
Respond to regulatory compliance requests from our customers, including REACH, RoHS, FDA and others.