Chemist

The responsibilities of the Chemist will include the following:

• Conducts experiments to improve upon or to duplicate various materials and substances and engages in research to develop new methods of processing or production
• Plans, conducts, and may “lead and direct” large, important projects. Serves as advisor to lower-level personnel and may assist with the review and evaluation of personnel.  Trains personnel in routing and specialized laboratory procedures
• Provides technical consultation to peers and other departments, especially production and Engineering
• Evaluates progress and results and recommends major changes in procedures
• Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge around specialization to the completion of significant assignments, operating with considerable latitude for un-reviewed action or decision
• Maintains expertise in materials used in our products and insures we have the capability to analyze those materials
• Ensures laboratory safety through maintenance of the Chemical Hygiene Plan
• Performs product evaluation and field testing
• Assists manufacturing in new product implementation through procedure development, troubleshooting, etc. Assist in process changes

**If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Alicia Mytnik at amytnik@cps4jobs.com.

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Technical Qualifications:

• BS/MS Degree in chemistry or related
• Prefer 10+ years of experience with formulation of polymeric materials but would look at anyone with 5+ years of experience
• Must have knowledge and experience in polymers and molding processes, especially water based / biodegradable systems
• Must be able to operate standard pieces of testing and laboratory analytical equipment, and mixing / formulating equipment
• Must be able to operate and render interpretation of IR, GC, DSC, and other testing equipment
• Should be adept with computer, word processors, Excel, and Internet usage

**If you’d like to hear more about this opportunity and others we are currently working on, please contact Alicia Mytnik at amytnik@cps4jobs.com.

JO:  822.22AM
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