R&D Scientist (Textiles)

Astrix; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative firm as a Textile R&D Chemist, where your expertise in chemistry will drive product development and improvement. This role offers a dynamic environment, engaging in diverse tasks from research to quality assurance. Collaborate with a team of professionals, utilizing advanced lab techniques and tools to enhance processes and products. Your contributions will be vital in a company known for its engineering excellence, providing you with opportunities to grow and make a significant impact in the textile manufacturing industry. If you're passionate about science and eager to tackle complex challenges, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in textile dyeing and finishing.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Textile Chemistry required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct lab work and analyze tests with precision.
• Maintain accurate records and assist in training new employees.

Skills

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Lab and Analytical Techniques

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Textile Chemistry

Master’s degree in Chemistry or Textile Chemistry

Tools

SAP

Excel

Lotus Notes

Karl Fischer

HPLC

FTIR

TGA

DSC

AA

pH Meters

Job description

This range is provided by Astrix. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$65,000.00/yr - $70,000.00/yr

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Relocation and Sponsorship Not Available for this Opportunity

Our client, a global leader known for their exceptional engineering expertise and specialized processing knowledge, is expanding their team and seeking an experienced Textile R&D Chemist. This position offers a variety of tasks with increasing complexity across research, development, technical, quality, and sales functions. Reporting directly to the Director of R&D, this role is essential in supporting the development and continuous improvement of products and processes.

Location: Fort Mill, SC

Direct Hire

Salary: 65k-70k/yr. w/annual bonus of up to 15%

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform lab work utilizing available data resources and executing repetitive tasks with precision.
• Apply standard testing methods, techniques, and product formulations while exercising judgment in selecting appropriate alternatives.
• Conduct analysis, tests, and experiments, interpreting and presenting results.
• Utilize critical thinking to interpret data and clearly communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Provide customer support, including troubleshooting and sample evaluation.
• Qualify both new and existing raw materials.
• Contribute to specific research components within larger projects under the guidance of senior professionals.
• Maintain accurate records in lab notebooks and SAP as required.
• Complete TSW requests and generate relevant reports.
• Assist in training new employees and may delegate tasks as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills:

• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Proficiency with computer programs (SAP, Excel, Lotus Notes)
• Expertise in lab and analytical techniques
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

This role operates within a professional chemical laboratory environment, using industry-standard chemical lab equipment such as Karl Fischer, HPLC, FTIR, TGA, DSC, AA, and pH meters, in addition to office equipment including computers and photocopiers.

Physical Demands:

The role requires typical lab activities, including lifting up to 5-gallon pails, standing, sitting, and performing other lab tasks.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or Textile Chemistry
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in the relevant field
• Experience in textile dyeing, finishing, and related testing applications

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Chemistry or Textile Chemistry
• At least 2 years of experience in a related field
• Knowledge of SAP
• Experience with wet analytical test methods

This job description is a complete list of all desired skills but not all are required. We strongly encourage candidates who have some of the skills to apply. We look forward to a conversation to learn more about you.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Research, Science, and Manufacturing

Industries

• Textile Manufacturing