Coatings Chemist
Trenton, MI US
Job Description
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Lead formulation efforts including raw material selection, sample preparation, application testing, and data analysis as defined by key stakeholders (Sales, Product Management, Operations)
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Accurate documentation and effective communication of results, including the ability to problem solve and interpret findings to identify next steps.
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Able to work directly with vendors to order samples and get raw material recommendations.
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Communicate effectively with key stakeholders including the customer as needed for a project.
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Proactively manage raw material alternative/consolidation projects
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Oversee Quality Control for daily production (testing of physical properties and application performance).
Job Requirements
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BS in a STEM field (chemistry, material science, or chemical engineering preferred), or equivalent relevant formulating experience.
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3+ years of coatings formulating experience with knowledge of 2K Urethane, and/or UV coating systems a plus.
Meet Your Recruiter
Tory Mack
Technical Recruiter
What I Do:
I am proud to be part of the CPS flagship division, Industrial Laboratory. Our company started in order to serve the industrial chemicals industry, one of the backbones of the U.S. economy, by bringing together talented technical specialists with the companies that need them. I recruit and place people in the following positions:
- Formulation/Product Development
- Organic and Polymer Synthesis
- Application Chemistry
- Technical Service
- Process Chemistry
- Analytical/Method Development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Quality Assurance/Quality Control
- Group Leader/R&D Manager
My Recruiting Philosophy:
When working with you as a candidate I have 3 goals:
Listen and ask questions to find out what the right opportunities look like for you
Connect you with active openings and interested companies based on your criteria
Educate you throughout the interview process to help you become a standout candidate for each individual opportunity
About Me:
I grew up in Southern Indiana and moved to the greater Chicago area 10 years ago. My education is in opera and music, so I enjoy anything and everything related to the arts! I love helping people through recruiting – I believe the right career move is one of the most important decisions a person can make and it is a privilege to be a part of that process.