R&D-Chemist I

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-Build technical expertise in liquid coating to investigate and Implement Raw Material Cost Savings and Simplification in Liquid -Formulations for General Industrial Coatings

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-For technical work determine performance impact and articulate risk to management team.

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-Formulate, evaluate, and optimize solvent borne and/or waterborne liquid coating systems using sound principles of chemistry, materials science, and coating formulation.

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-Plan and execute laboratory experiments and performance testing to support raw material cost savings and simplification efforts.

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-Analyze test results, raw data-based conclusions, and communicate technical findings, risks, and recommendations to control labs, manufacturing, and procurement teams.

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-Collaborate with PCG Group to best utilize skills and tools to support offset work, cost savings and simplifications efforts (e.g Preferred RM strategy, application center etc.)

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-Manage assigned project work effectively, balancing timelines, priorities, experimental rigor, documentation, and follow-up to ensure commitments are met.

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-Maintain accurate technical records, formulation data, test results, and project documentation in accordance with laboratory expectations and business needs.

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-Contribute to a collaborative laboratory environment by sharing technical knowledge, supporting cross-functional communication, and engaging constructively with team members and stakeholders.

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-Adhere to safety, quality (e.g., ISO), and housekeeping policies and guidelines.

Basic Requirements

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-Must be legally authorized to work in the country for which you are applying for employment (without now or in the future needing sponsorship for employment work visa and/or permanent residence status).

-Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Math field.

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-1 - 5 Years industrial coatings experience- either manufacturing or formulation in Liquid Formulation

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-Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to determine the difference between colors so you can correctly tint paint to the colors desired by customers.

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-Computer knowledge for basic inputting, communication, and data analysis

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-Math knowledge

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-Chemistry knowledge

Preferred Qualifications

-Degree in Polymers and Coatings

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-Experience with General Industrial or OEM liquid coatings for heavy equipment, transportation, construction, agricultural, or related industrial applications.

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-Previous experience in Raw Material replacement type project

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-Knowledge of corrosion protection, durability testing, adhesion, appearance, weathering, chemical resistance, and other performance attributes relevant to heavy equipment coatings.

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-Familiarity with customer qualification protocols, specification testing, manufacturing scale-up, and troubleshooting in industrial coatings environments.

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-Knowledge of pretreatment chemistry, substrate preparation, and the interaction between coating systems and metal surfaces.

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-Training or practical experience with Design of Experiments, statistical analysis, root cause analysis, or Design for Six Sigma methods.

Technical/Skill Requirements

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• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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• Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills
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• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks.
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• Excellent organization and planning skills
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• Team- oriented and skilled in working within a collaborative environment
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• Experience working with DOE, Minitab, Product Vision, Navigator, Microsoft Access, Excel, Word.
• TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: 10%
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, including conversion to H-1B visa.
• Successful candidate will be required to sign an Employee Restrictive Covenant Agreement where permitted by law.
• This position is also eligible for bonus based on performance and subject to the terms of the Company’s applicable plans.