QA Chemist I CPG-MFG

Tremco; Town of Texas, Corsicana (WI, TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated research professional to join their dynamic team. This role involves conducting research and testing to improve existing products and develop new technologies. You will work closely with experienced professionals, gaining valuable insights into the company's innovative processes. With a focus on compliance with safety and environmental policies, you will play a key role in ensuring the success of various projects. If you have a passion for chemistry and a desire to contribute to impactful research, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Pension plan

Vacation/PTO

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Requires a B.S. in Chemistry or related technical field.
• Effective communication skills are essential for this role.
• Proficiency in computer programs for reports and calculations.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research and testing for existing and new products.
• Plans and conducts experimental programs for projects.
• Compiles and analyzes technical data, writing reports.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Proficiency in computer programs

Knowledge of specialized scientific programs

Education

B.S. in Chemistry

Tools

Molecular structure drawing programs

Experimental design software

Statistical analysis tools

Job description

* With guidance from research management or more senior professionals, it ensures that research activities in the section/group laboratories and associated operations are in compliance with the safety policies and programs of the company, as well as local, state, and federal regulations.

* With guidance from research management or more senior professionals, ensures that research activities in the section/group laboratories and associated operations are in compliance with the company's environmental policies and programs through execution of assigned responsibilities for reducing waste and promoting environmental protection.

* With guidance from research management or more senior professionals, plans and conducts experimental programs to complete a phase of a project or several projects of minor scope.

* Under close supervision, conducts research on and testing of improvement of existing products, development of new products and technology and may include routine to complex synthesis or testing. Assignment may be a phase of a major project or a total project of minor scope.

* With minimal supervision from more experienced professionals, they conduct routine synthesis or testing which provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs (analytical, performance, physical properties, etc.).

* Under the guidance of more senior professionals or research management, they acquire knowledge of Tremco's products, procedures, and applications.

* Interfaces with section personnel in trouble-shooting problems with hardware, testing/synthesis equipment, product, and methods development.

* May be responsible for timely calibration and maintenance of the various laboratories and equipment and documentation according to the company's business processes.

* With minimal guidance, conducts literature searches and gathers pertinent information related to specific topics.

* Under minimal supervision, compile, analyze and correlate technical data and write timely reports on projects completed or progress reports. Writes procedures in accordance with the company's business practices.

* Works with research management to formulate goals aligned with the executive leadership's initiatives and for professional growth.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (special skills, knowledge, ability, education, etc.):

* Requires a B.S. in Chemistry or related technical field or can be progressed from Assist Chemist (performance-based and tested)

* Effective communication (oral and written) skills.

* Proficiency in computer programs is necessary for writing reports and performing mathematical calculations.

* Knowledge of specialized scientific programs for molecular structure drawing, experimental design and statistics

is a plus

Wages: Beginning at $28 per hour

This position is 12.5% bonus eligible.

Benefits, upon satisfaction of applicable eligibility requirements, include but are not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, vacation/PTO/sick days/parental leave, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, and pension.