Development Chemist I

LanceSoft Inc; York (York County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in chemical manufacturing is seeking a Development Chemist to support customer projects and operations. Ideal candidates should have a BS Degree in a technical field and a collaborative mindset. This role offers flexible hours and the potential for permanent hire after a six-month period.

Qualifications

• Laboratory experience preferred.
• Recent college graduates with a chemistry degree welcome.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with lab work to troubleshoot production issues.
• Conducting lab experiments for customer support.
• Modifying formulas for cost optimization.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration

Adaptability

Education

BS Degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Details:
Title: Development Chemist
Location – Springdale PA
Pay Rate - $23 - $25 per hour
Duration – 06 months (extensions or hire available)
The hours are pretty flexible, but starting between 7-9AM, working until 3:30-5:30 PM

Job Description:
Employee will work closely other chemists and technicians on the team in support of key customer projects and the operations team in the plant.
Prior knowledge of coatings chemistry or formulation and coatings application is desired. Coil-applied coatings knowledge is preferred. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with other technical team members is also desired. The ability to adapt to changing priorities is important. This technical position will draw upon job-specific training, past technical experience; product databases and consultation with other individuals which may include polymer (synthesis) chemists, physical & analytical chemists, and manufacturing personnel.


Major Accountabilities will include, but may not be limited to the following areas:
Manufacturing Support
• Manufacturing Process: Assisting with lab work in support of trouble shooting production issues
• Formula Filing: Filing and updating of formulas in the Oracle ERP system under the direction of senior team members
Technical/ Customer Support
• Conducting lab experiments to resolve customer questions/concerns
• Evaluating test pieces from line application trials
• Providing both applied and wet samples to customers, both internal and external
• Preparation and submission of samples for long-term weathering testing
Product Development
• Replacement of obsoleted raw material in existing products
• Formula modifications for cost optimization
• Formula modification based on application changes


Qualifications
• Candidate should have a BS Degree in a technical/engineering field such as Chemistry, Polymer Science, or Chemical Engineering
• Laboratory experience (Industrial lab experience preferred)

Note:
A recent college grad with a chemistry degree would be a likely candidate, so 0-3 years experience seems right. They don’t need to have industry experience. Our hope is to be able to hire to permanent positions, and we’d like to have that decided by year end.

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