Research And Development Chemist

About the Role

Genesee Polymers Corporation has management's commitment to be a world-class organization and a culture of excellence with the company’s focus on best practices and has created an environment for continuous improvement. Our quality system utilizes ISO 9001:2015 as its quality platform. As the Research and Development Chemist, you will have the autonomy to recommend and establish quality control processes and test methods to ensure that our products meets the quality specifications required by our Customers and by the nature of the product itself.

As a member of our Research and Development team, you will stay abreast of the latest technology in sustainability and R&D management in order reach our Quality goals and objectives. Highly visible to senior leadership, you will strive year over year for continuous improvement in the quality control department. You will chart a course of continued success by educating and training our other quality control technicians on new policies and procedures, while collaborating with staff for understanding, agreement, and compliance to Standard Operating Procedures, Work instructions, and other documented processes pertaining to the R&D department.

Responsibilities

• Record research and development data and post in the ERP system
• Work on R&D projects based on demand from Customers
• Analyze and evaluate reaction process to create a successful R&D batch
• Consult with technical director of sample creation results and communicate proper course of action.
• Maintain good electronic record keeping of steps in development for future reference
• Create and maintain SDS submission and TDS on existing and new products
• Maintain all governmental regulatory compliance including but not limited to Chemical Waste disposal profile and manifest, SARA Title II reporting, REACH, SVHC, Conflict mineral reporting, Prop 65, etc.

Qualifications

• Chemistry degree and three years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Skills

• Primary knowledge of Silicone Polymers
• Experience in a laboratory for chemical industry is required
• Ability to work independently and remain self-motivated
• Passionate about taking the company’s best practices to a higher level of performance
• Strong analytical and scientific skills
• Computer literate in Windows-based database programs and MS Office products
• Ability to write technical papers and document research and development project
• ERP experience a plus
• Chemical Batch manufacturing experience a plus
• Possess excellent organization skills and the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and multitask independently
• Ability to think independently, communicate thoroughly, and influence the implementation of the appropriate corrective and preventative actions
• Ability to make independent judgments to manage and facilitate company programs/policies as they relate to the R&D department
• Positively interact and influence front-line supervisors and field personnel to create a standardized work environment
• Leadership skills and a proactive mindset and not reactive
• Project management experience a plus