R&D Coatings Chemist — Innovative Formulation & Color

Mankiewicz Coatings USA; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A competitive benefit package

11 annual company paid holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Generous 401(k) employer contribution

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Mankiewicz Coatings LLC is seeking a motivated R&D Chemist in Charleston, SC to lead development and modification of new coating products for market needs. You will conduct lab research, work on formulations, process optimization, and environmental/safety considerations, in collaboration with sales and customers.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Chemistry (Master's preferred), 5+ years in coatings R&D, strong communication skills, and experience with SAP; proficiency in MS Office is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years in R&D for coatings.
• Strong verbal and written communication with customers.
• Experience with SAP software.
• Proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of new products through laboratory and sales projects.
• Product service and maintenance: formulation development and optimization; process optimization; applications engineering; environmental and safety considerations; efficiency optimization; defect batch correction and reprocessing; color shade creation.
• Answer customer requests in coordination with supervisor and sales department.
• Measure color samples.
• Train staff and customers.
• Maintain measurement instruments and standardize coloring.
• Maintain and calibrate lab instruments; update technical data sheets; ensure EHS compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

SAP software

Microsoft Office

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Mankiewicz Coatings LLC is seeking a motivated R&D Chemist in Charleston, SC to lead development and modification of new coating products for market needs. You will conduct lab research, work on formulations, process optimization, and environmental/safety considerations, in collaboration with sales and customers.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Chemistry (Master's preferred), 5+ years in coatings R&D, strong communication skills, and experience with SAP; proficiency in MS Office is