R&D- Chemist II (Toner Development)
About The Position
The R&D Chemist II will lead projects focused on aerospace toner development and contribute to new product development and reformulation of existing products identified by project stakeholders. The role offers an opportunity to work at a high level on a cross-functional team to meet customer-defined technical specifications. The chemist independently leads projects of moderate to high complexity with moderate supervision and provides technical support to internal stakeholders. Travel requirements are 10%. The successful candidate will be required to sign an Employee Restrictive Covenant Agreement where permitted by law.
Requirements
- Must be legally authorized to work in the country of application without now or in the future requiring sponsorship for an employment work visa and/or permanent residence status.
- Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math field.
- 3 years of coatings formulation experience in an industrial setting.
- Knowledge of structure-property relationships as they pertain to automotive refinish, OE Interior, or aerospace coatings.
- Proficiency with Outlook and Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to determine differences between colors in order to tint paint to customer-desired colors.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree or higher in a science-related area.
- 5 years of coatings formulation experience.
- 3 years of Automotive/Aerospace coatings experience.
- Knowledge of color science and pigment dispersion techniques.
- Prior experience formulating and processing pigment dispersions.
- Demonstrated experience utilizing DFSS tools.
- Experience operating paint processing equipment (mills).
- Understanding of Voice of the Customer.
- Project leadership.
Responsibilities
- Independently lead development projects of moderate to high complexity within the Automotive Toner Team, with moderate supervision.
- Develop new products and modify existing products to improve quality and enhance customer experience.
- Apply proven coatings technology to address supply disruptions, improve manufacturability, and improve color repeatability.
- Contribute to team success by completing product development goals on time.
- Provide technical support and collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Production, Marketing, and Color.
- Identify and implement formula and process adjustments, including relevant test methods, based on experimental findings.
- Design and execute experiments using the scientific method; prepare and test paint samples, analyze data, and determine next steps based on results.
- Follow the PCG Stage-Gate process for new product development.
- Contribute effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
- Deliver results using established laboratory practices and professional standards.
- Maintain a safe and organized work area in accordance with laboratory safety protocols and procedures.
Benefits
- Rewards, benefits, and flexibility to enhance health and well-being.
- Opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and grow one's contribution.
- An inclusive team and commitment to company and broader communities.
- A range of benefits for employees and their families, with offerings described on the company's benefits website.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
