Junior R&D Chemist: Water-Based Formulations

CPS, Inc.; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401k

Job summary

CPS, Inc. in Easton, PA is seeking a Junior R&D Chemist to join its expanding R&D team. You will formulate cleaners, water-based coatings, and related chemistries, and conduct lab tests to evaluate performance for polymer applications.

Requirements include a BS or MS in Chemistry or Polymer Science and 2–3 years of industrial formulation experience; strong lab, problem‑solving, and teamwork skills are essential to drive product development and process improvements.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of industrial formulation experience.
• Experience formulating cleaners, water-based coatings, adhesives, or related chemical products.
• Experience with cleaners and environmentally friendly cleaning formulations is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and develop cleaners, primers, water-based release coatings, and processing aids for polymer applications.
• Conduct laboratory testing and evaluate product performance for various mold-release applications.
• Assist with the development and optimization of new chemical formulations.
• Perform application testing of cleaners and release coatings for use in the polymer industry.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality Control, and Sales teams to support product development and manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot formulation and application challenges.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, technical documentation, and a clean, safe working environment.

Skills

Lab techniques

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Chemistry or Polymer Science

Job description

CPS, Inc. in Easton, PA is seeking a Junior R&D Chemist to join its expanding R&D team. You will formulate cleaners, water-based coatings, and related chemistries, and conduct lab tests to evaluate performance for polymer applications.

Requirements include a BS or MS in Chemistry or Polymer Science and 2–3 years of industrial formulation experience; strong lab, problem‑solving, and teamwork skills are essential to drive product development and process improvements.