Chemist/Chemical Engineer - Adhesives Job

Arkema; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chemist or Chemical Engineer to innovate and optimize lamination adhesives for flexible packaging. This role involves product development, safety compliance, and effective communication with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in polymer chemistry and experience in the adhesive industry. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will enhance packaging solutions across food, medical, and industrial applications. This position offers a chance to work on exciting projects and develop your expertise in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's with experience in polymer chemistry, preferably in adhesives.
• Solid understanding of adhesion theory and reaction kinetics.

Responsibilities

• Work on innovation and product development for lamination adhesives.
• Participate in safety initiatives and comply with safety policies.

Skills

Polymer Chemistry

Adhesive Industry Knowledge

Data Analysis

Effective Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Master's in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's with 3-5 years experience

Tools

Design of Experiment Techniques

Statistical Analysis Methods

Job description

Chemist / Chemical Engineer

Bostik

Advanced Packaging & Converting – Flexible Laminating

Dublin - Ohio

Bostik, a leading global adhesive specialist, provides lamination adhesives for flexible packaging used in food, medical, and industrial applications. Their adhesives enhance the performance of multilayered packaging films by providing strong bonding, added functionality, and improved conversation efficiency.

We are seeking a Chemist or Chemical Engineer to work on innovation, product development, and optimization of our lamination adhesives product range in North America.

Organization

• Reports to Sr Research Scientist AP&C Flexible Laminating

Safety

• Take responsibility for personal safety in lab operations. Make a commitment to safe work practices.
• Begin working on departmental safety initiatives, such as observations and assisting in development of SOPs.
• Operate in compliance with site safety policies, including material handling and waste disposal.
• Actively participate in department safety initiatives and initiate improvements.

How

• Master’s degree in chemistry or chemical engineering, or a bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years’ experience in polymer chemistry, preferably in the adhesive industry.
• Knowledge and/or experience in designing polyurethane, polyester, and acrylic polymers, preferably for lamination adhesives in flexible food packaging.
• Solid understanding of adhesion theory and reaction kinetics, especially related to polyurethane chemistry and polyester.
• Ability to organize and analyze data to explain conclusions and outcomes internally and to stakeholders and supervisors.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Design of Experiment techniques.
• Ownership of equipment and processes used in the work group, applying well-defined methodologies.
• Ability to set up new research equipment, plan, and execute experimental programs.
• Learns product properties and technology in the area of responsibility.
• Good understanding of statistical methods and analysis.

Problem Solving

• Apply scientific principles to development projects.
• Use internal and external networks to solve problems.
• Solve problems under guidance of senior research scientist, meeting timing requirements.
• Organize and analyze data to explain conclusions and outcomes internally and to the supervisor.
• Demonstrate competence in problem-solving methods and data collection, learning to apply Design of Experiment techniques.
• Review previous approaches to solve problems efficiently, avoiding re-invention, and connect with the global R&D team for support and information.

Accountability

• Build a climate of trust and respect, driving toward results.
• Develop effective relationships within the AP&C group.
• Complete assigned technical projects with supervision, documenting in lab notebooks and monthly reports.
• Learns and develops expertise related to the work group's technologies.
• Present project progress at the project team level.
• Protect intellectual property by maintaining appropriate records.
• Participate in professional organizations.
• Advocate for project resources.

Leadership and Influence

• Participate enthusiastically in project teams.
• Respect diverse viewpoints to overcome obstacles and conflicts.
• Represent Bostik professionally in interactions with external contacts.
• Expand and utilize internal and external networks through activities outside immediate project work.
• Publish and present at journals and symposiums, and communicate with business colleagues about research.

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