Sr. Chemist- Color Specialist

Overview

Develops and validates construction material formulations, focusing on pigment chemistry.

Key Responsibilities

• formulation
• product testing
• data analysis
• field trials
• scale up
• technical documentation

Tasks

-Communicate results within R&D, cross-functional departments and Stage Gate Review meetings. -Support Operations in evaluating product inconsistencies & providing disposition -Support Technical Services requests to evaluate field complaints in specific area. -Maintain cooperative, professional attitude with all LATICRETE employees and customers. -Help organize and participate in field trials as required. -Write work instructions for R&D related test procedures. -Review and perform competitive testing and analysis as required. -Impart Company knowledge of policies and procedures to help them orient to the organization. -Under general supervision, formulate products to meet specified requirements. -Led end-to-end pigment formulation and color development projects, delivering custom solutions for coatings, plastics, and inks that met client specifications and industry standards. -Summarize ongoing work and findings to colleagues during department meetings. -Document work continuously according to standard practice. -Participate in multi-disciplinary teams. -Independently process, analyze, and interpret results and data in specific area. -Help guide new and junior team members within the lab. Be a resource for escalations and problem solving. -Assist and guide the production scale-up of new products developed: Write batching formulas for the production department based upon completed and approved laboratory formulations. Follow process through to full commercialization. -Consistently uphold Company culture through positive communications, managing conflict and fostering an open and constructive environment. -Determine Quality Control parameters for product testing. -Interact with end-use customers and contractors to understand product usage, limitations, and needs. -Maintain a clean working laboratory environment as well as properly working equipment. Ensure that all instruments that required periodic calibration and validation requirements do so per laboratory calibration/validation procedures. -Summarize all project work in a formal end report. -Devise and conduct experiments to solve increasingly complex problems. -Comply with all laboratory, company, state and federal safety regulations. -Evaluate and suggest new raw materials through increasing communication with raw material suppliers. -Responsible for documenting all work via approved methods and sharing developments via occasional technical presentations.

Requirements

• microsoft office
• pigment chemistry
• product formulation
• quality control
• 5+ years
• chemistry degree

What You Bring

-Computer skills: Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook and other specialty software systems as required. -Lift: Must be able to lift and/or carry a minimum of 50 pounds. -Some familiarity with the process of researching patents, writing invention disclosures, and other publications within the industry. -Experience formulating products in a research and development lab environment in a specific area of the construction industry. -Applied advanced pigment chemistry and color science expertise to optimize formulations for durability, consistency, and reproducibility, resulting in improved product performance and reduced development time. -Some experience with Production/Operations, Product Management, QC, ISO processes, Analytical Chemistry, Product Development, Finance, Accounting and Marketing departments. -Demonstrated analytical ability in specific area, well organized, detail oriented, and systematic in documenting results. -Standing: Must be able to stand at least 50% of the day. -Push/Pull: Must be able to push/pull 50 pounds. -Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills in order to present and write reports. -Minimum 5+ years of hands-on experience in pigment chemistry, formulation, and color development within coatings, plastics, or related industries. -Must be a self-starter and able to multi-task. -Sitting: Must be able to sit at least 50% of the day. -BA/BS in a physical science required, Chemistry highly preferred. MS a plus. -With supervisor verification, able to analyze data independently and apply some specialized knowledge (e.g. DOE and statistical methods to solve problems). -Ability to organize and present results in a clear concise manner. -4+ years of relevant work experience in formulating construction materials, building products or related industry.

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Benefits

-Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance -13 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time -Tuition reimbursement -Flexible spending

About Laticrete International

-A three-generation, family-owned business that expanded into 100+ countries through bold export strategies. -Products range from tile & stone mortars to decorative resinous floors and concrete restoration systems. -Typical projects include high-end tile installations, waterproofing, floor leveling, and masonry builds. -Specialisms span buildings and infrastructure, with durable solutions contributing to LEED-certified sites. -Innovation roots evident in early latex additives and ongoing R&D at ISO 9001-certified facilities. -Standout fact: their SUPERCAP® system redefines underlayment with industry-leading warranties.

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