Analytical Chemist

Our Client is seeking a Analytical Chemist with polymer background to join our global Research and Development team. We are looking for a highly-motivated, self-starter to work as a member of the R&D analytical laboratory staff located in Spartanburg, South Carolina.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Key resin innovation team member
• Ensure ability to characterize new materials using current or develop new methods
• Complete analytical testing and facilitate data reviews to enable accelerated learning
• Provide well written documentation with clarity on conclusions and potential next steps
• Develop methods, write SOPs, and conduct gage R&R studies, to ensure method performance and ability to transfer efficiently from R&D to commercial labs
• Active participant in ideation and brainstorming sessions
• Ensure that the Critical-to-Satisfaction (CTS) design documentation has the proper specifications and ability to measure necessary characteristics in support of quality and performance
• Work with cross-functional group to ensure results meet project time and quality expectations
• Perform all activities in accordance with safety policies and requirements, including wearing necessary PPE
• Identify opportunities to accelerate the new product development cycle by implementing, acquiring, or developing new and improved analytical test methods
• Utilize Six Sigma processes and tools to benefit problem solving and method development
• Understanding of Wet chemistry
• Ability to make standard solutions
• Knowledge of DSC, TGA, GPC, GC/GCMS, HPLC, SEM/EDX, PSA

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Material Science, or similar field Polymer or Organic chemistry knowledge desired
• Self-starter, ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to multi-task and work well in Teams
• 3+ years working in R&D labs and on design projects
• Effective utilizing instrumentation such as GC/GCMS, HPLC, DSC, TGA, GPC, SEM and FT-IR to solve problems in a R&D setting.
• Capable of analyzing data using statistical software tools such as Minitab
• Credible Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma experiences
• Capable of safely handling and disposing of chemicals
• Ability to complete routine instrumentation maintenance, trouble shooting and minor repairs
• Ability to interact with external labs and vendors

Physical Requirements

• Ability to satisfy all the physical requirements and working conditions for this position with or without reasonable accommodations for this position.
• Ability to stand/walk on hard surfaces (concrete, steel, wood) for significant amounts of time.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms elevated above shoulder level or elbows held away from body.
• Ability to flex, extend, rotate all arms, wrists, neck
• Ability to bend, squat, and kneel
• Lift and/or move up to 40 lbs & push/pull 100 pounds.
• Willing and able to wear and use the prescribed personal protective equipment
• To be considered for employment in this position you must be eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.

To be considered for employment in this position you must be eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.

We are an equal opportunity employer

Drug tests are required unless prohibited by state law.

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