Development Chemist 2

at  IPS Corporation

EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Education to degree level within chemistry, chemical engineering or other relevant scientific discipline or equivalent relevant experience.
• Five years or more experience working with adhesives, coatings, polymers, plastics, formulation development, material properties or other equivalent experience.
• A strong understanding of chemistry and the relevant technologies.
• Experience presenting to a wide range of audiences at all levels of the business including non-technical and business leaders.
• Chemical manufacturing experience is desirable.
• An awareness of sustainability, environment, health and safety issues.
• Strong IT skills including MS Office packages.
• Good organizational skills and a methodical approach to work.
• Ability to manage and balance workload to meet agreed project targets.

Reporting to the Global NPD Manager, is responsible analysis, synthesis and experimentation on substances, for the purposes of new formula development and application, quantitative analysis and improvement of analytical methodologies. Carrying out tasks as required in compliance with IPSA Quality standards.

Role accountabilities, expectations, and responsibilities

• Develops new formulas, processes, and methods as solutions to technical problems. Sources and investigates new raw materials for use in improving and developing formulations.
• Self manages product development and improvement activities to agreed deadlines using the in-house project management tools.
• Confers with scientists, engineers and customers/potential customers regarding research, field test results, and prepares technical papers and reports.
• Works in cross-functional teams with internal and external stakeholders providing technical expertise and guidance.
• Conveys technical ideas in written or verbal reports at a suitable level for the audience.
• Competent in operating, understanding and coaching others in the use of common laboratory equipment such as viscometers, colorimeters and tensile strength testers.
• Works to site health, safety, and quality standards. Proactive in reporting issues and making improvements. Controls chemical and process hazards in the laboratory through internal procedures.
• Make recommendations for improvements to facilities or processes when needed. Maintain an efficient practical working environment.
• Follow current laboratory systems and procedures in accordance with ISO9001. Implementing new systems and procedures when required.

The duties and responsibilities highlighted in this job description are indicative and may vary over time. Post holders are expected to undertake other duties and responsibilities relevant to the nature, level and extent of the post.