Advanced Chemist - MPLS

Interplastic Corporation; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 86,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in chemical manufacturing is seeking an Advanced Chemist in Minneapolis. The role involves developing and evaluating new products, conducting polymer-related laboratory work, and managing technical problem resolutions. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and possess 3-5 years of industrial experience, alongside strong communication skills. Competitive benefits package included.

Benefits

Medical Benefit Plan Options

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Flexible Benefit Plan

Short Term and Long Term Disability Plans

401K Plan with matching

Qualifications

• Must have 3-5 years of industrial experience.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge and practical experience in project management.

Responsibilities

• Develop new products and evaluate competitive products.
• Participate in laboratory work on polymer development and quality control.
• Respond to technical inquiries and maintain laboratory facilities.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Experimental Design

Education

BS/BA Degree in chemistry, polymer or material science, or chemical engineering

Job description

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Base pay range

$86,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

Interplastic Corporation is seeking a Chemist. This position is responsible for developing new products, evaluating competitive products, assisting in product problem resolution, and presiding over product scale up and field trials. A person in this position will succeed by obtaining, analyzing, and presenting data efficiently. They are responsible for adding to the company knowledge and driving development forward.

Responsibilities:

• Perform all required activities in a manner deemed to be safe and with minimal risk to self and co-workers.
• Participate in laboratory work activities involving polymer development, quality control, materials evaluation, and matching competitive products.
• Respond properly and quickly to inquiries, either directly to the customer, to sales, or to the supervisor, regarding technical problems or matters.
• Make appropriate recommendations to the Director of Research and Development or other appropriate personnel.
• Maintain laboratory facilities in neat and orderly condition to permit maximum employee efficiency and productivity.
• Accurate and timely record-keeping, with recommendations for further laboratory efforts.
  
  
  

Required:

• BS/BA Degree in chemistry, polymer or material science, or chemical engineering;
• 3-5 years of Industrial experience
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge and practical experience in project management, experimental design and other problem-solving methodologies.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and must be able to pass a Respirator Test.
  
  
  

Ideal Candidate will have:

• Experience with polymer synthesis, polymer characterization techniques and knowledge of surface science.
• Product development experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Experience in polymer characterization by physical and chemical methods.
• Knowledge of thermoset polyesters or vinyl esters.
• Knowledge of fillers and additives used in the formulation of composite materials.
  
  
  

Competitive Benefit package that includes: competitive salary, Medical Benefit Plan Options, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, Flexible Benefit Plan, Short Term and Long Term Disability Plans, 401K Plan that includes matching.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Chemical Manufacturing

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