Actalent
Location
Troy, MI | United States
Job description
We are looking for an experienced Associate Chemist from the Paint and Coating field to join our team in Troy, MI!
Required Skills
Scientific Testing Methods (pH, Viscosity, Adhesion - Color Matching and Coatings Application Skills Preferred)
Paint Industry-Related Regulatory Requirements
Standard Laboratory Practices (Proper Notebook/ Record Keeping)
Experience with Global Standards (ASTM, DIN, SAE- Automotive Specifications Preferred)
Familiarity with Regulatory Requirements (Coatings Related Experience Preferred)
Material Approval Processes
Chemical Knowledge in a Relevant Industry/ Field (Coatings, Inks, Stains, Sealants, Polymers/Resins - Broad Coatings Technology Knowledge Preferred)
Microsoft Office (intermediate proficiency), including Outlook
Strong Interpersonal Skills
Essential Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities listed below are an integral part of the job and are performed on a regular basis. Other non-essential duties may be assigned.
Processes assigned lab orders in an accurate and timely manner, professionally documenting work utilizing Lab Notebooks.
Coat parts/plaques/panels to be used for testing and/or demonstration purposes.
Responsible for product scale-up/first time batches and resolution of processing issues faced by manufacturing and/or quality.
Assists the Quality department with the investigation of customer complaints and the subsequent generation of corrective actions.
Conducts research on current manufactured products to improve product performance.
Maintains and operates laboratory equipment and instruments.
Assists in maintaining a professional, organized laboratory by keeping all lab equipment, fixtures and common work areas clean and orderly and following Chemical Hygiene procedures.
Education & Experience
Scientific Bachelor’s degree (Chemistry, Biology, Polymer Science, or Chemical Engineering-preferably in Polymers & Coatings Technology)
3-5 years coatings industry experience, or commensurate work experience.
Experience must include bench work in a coating or polymer laboratory environment (color technology, color matching, and paint test & application methods are a plus).
Must be able to pass color evaluation and acuity tests or have demonstrated successful color matching skills.
Preferred: Exhibit broad general knowledge of coatings and paint technology & industry-related regulatory requirements.
Preferred: Possess a general understanding of automotive specifications and material approval processes.
Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft programs such as Excel, Word and Office applications.
Maintains a valid Operator/Driver’s License and Passport (or the ability to acquire a Passport).
Skills:
Chemistry, coatings, paint, Automotive Paint
Experience Level:
Intermediate Level
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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