R&D- Chemist I

This position is accountable for contributing to the assessment, development, reformulation, quality, maintenance and enhancement of products through planning, executing and analysis of experiments with clear and accurate results. Under general supervision, the R&D Chemist is responsible for conducting chemical studies, experiments on organic and inorganic compounds and materials, analyses and tests, which require technical knowledge and techniques in projects regarding company research, production or operation.

The products developed and/or enhanced will be consistent in performance and quality and clear communication at all stages of a project is required by way of both written and verbal communication.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Contributes to solution of problems/development and maintenance of products/processes.
• Using known principles/procedures, designs executes and analyzes experiments.
• Organizes materials or tools by gathering ingredients/acquiring raw materials and preparing for application processes.
• Maintains a traceable history of analysis so others can access it and understand it.
• Develops basic technical, company and industry knowledge.
• Learns problem-solving/decision making skills.
• Manage workload through planning execution, analysis, and documentation of results.
• Fully understands processes by which results are produced.
• Operates under supervision.
• Comply with, and display knowledge of, all safety and security regulations.
• Maintain a clean work area in line with lab requirements for 5S.

POSITION CHALLENGES:

• Accountable for the solution of low-medium level of complexity technical problems (product/process) and demonstrating knowledge and use of chemicals, raw materials, substrates, and instruments.
• Accountable for providing timely and accurate updates to multiple projects of moderate complexity.
• Consistently produces quality work, and strives for improvement in all aspects of the work.

DECISION MAKING AUTHORITY:

• Makes technical recommendations to R&D leadership and peers.
• Suggest ways to solve problems, improve paint, and develop methods for validation and investigations.
• Convince group leader/peers to support an idea or plan (using technical knowledge).

Formal Education:

• Bachelors Degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Science.
• Knowledge of Paint formulating and raw materials evaluations, colour work(preferred)

Knowledge & Experience:

• 1-2 Years working in a laboratory environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of instrument capabilities/limitations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of various technologies and materials.
• Has broad awareness of the paint industry (including raw materials market, technology development/trends/brands/products, attributes and competitors)
• Preferred: 3-5 Years formulating experience in Coatings

Technical/skill Requirements:

• Basic mathematics skills, including proficiency in conversions.
• Demonstrates statistical analysis required for method development.
• Maintains computer efficiency and proficient in using Excel, Microsoft word and PowerPoint.
• Problem solving abilities and technical creativity.
• Demonstrates interpretation skills.

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