Development Chemist: Cold Rolling Fluids Innovator

Quaker Houghton; Uithoorn; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Quaker Houghton is seeking a Development Chemist – Cold Rolling Fluids to join the EMEA Product Development Team in Uithoorn, NL. You will develop and improve formulations, conduct bench tests, and collaborate with Commercial, Operations, and Supply Chain to meet customer needs.

The role requires chemistry education, at least 2 years' experience, and strong English communication; some Dutch is desirable. Occasional customer visits and a strong safety mindset are expected.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years working experience in a similar role in the chemical sector.
• Interest or background in physical/organic chemistry, colloid chemistry or metallurgy.
• English proficiency; Dutch conversational level is highly desired.
• Driver's license for customer visits and high safety consciousness.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve Cold Rolling Fluids formulations for the EMEA steel market.
• Participate in product development projects with cross-functional teams.
• Carry out lab work for tests, benchmarking and determinations.
• Communicate results to management and peers to share knowledge.
• Occasionally visit customer sites.

Skills

Lab work

Stakeholder collaboration

Autonomous

Safety conscious

Education

Chemistry degree

Physical/organic chemistry

Job description

Quaker Houghton is seeking a Development Chemist – Cold Rolling Fluids to join the EMEA Product Development Team in Uithoorn, NL. You will develop and improve formulations, conduct bench tests, and collaborate with Commercial, Operations, and Supply Chain to meet customer needs.

The role requires chemistry education, at least 2 years' experience, and strong English communication; some Dutch is desirable. Occasional customer visits and a strong safety mindset are expected.