Product Development Scientist

The Andersons, Inc. • Sioux City, IA

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About The Position

About The Andersons, Inc. The Andersons, Inc., is a North American agriculture and renewable fuels company that conducts business in the agribusiness and renewables sectors. Guided by its Statement of Principles, The Andersons is committed to providing extraordinary service to its customers, helping its employees improve, supporting its communities, and increasing the value of the company. For more information, please visit www.andersonsinc.com. Position Overview This position is responsible for contributing to product and technology research and development efforts in a manner that meets the needs of customers, achieves growth and profitability objectives, and allows for efficient and effective product introduction.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in chemistry required, PhD preferred
• 1-2 years’ professional research or industrial experience required
• Ability to manage projects independently and meet deadlines
• Detail oriented with strong documentation skillset required
• Ability to travel 10-15%, as required

Responsibilities

• Develop, plan and implement product and technology development projects from conception to production
• Provide technical support to manufacturing by identifying and implementing process and formulation improvements that improve throughput, reduce cost, enhance quality, improve product performance, enhance worker safety and protect the environment
• Provide technical support to operations and business/technology development, assisting with the identification and assessment of new technology and/or process improvement initiatives
• Establish, maintain, report on and accomplish the priorities established in a technical project plan; manage and control the budgeted expenses associated with the technical plan
• Recognize and respond to seasonal and project-specific time constraints

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level