Polymer Chemist
CRH
- Bulls Gap, Tennessee, United States
- Bulls Gap, Tennessee, United States
À propos
Job ID: 521846
Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America’s leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer’s portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.
Job Summary As a Polymer Chemist you will provide technical support for applied developmental projects, through successful formulation innovations, product improvements, production efficiencies and improved product service life. You will apply research, analyses, data collection and training to support the development of new or improved chemistries into core chemistries or new commercial applications. This person financially impacts business growth through precision and timely execution of work carried out which ultimately contributes to growth of business.
Job Location This is a remote role when not traveling locally or nationally to our manufacturing sites. This person must reside in the greater Knoxvile, TN or Charlotte, NC area.
Job Responsibilities
Conducts laboratory experiments within a designed framework as directed, involving preparation and testing of formulations; performing process characterizations, defining compound properties, environmental testing, chemical cost reductions, synergy of coatings and liquid chemistries and recycle analyses.
Executes work plan to project timeline, as established at project implementation.
Prepares formulations and conducts tests in accordance with relevant approved test methodology. Analyzes and validates results to ensure accuracy of data. Reviews results with management and repeats analyses as necessary.
Creates and documents clear, concise and accurate reports under guidance of direct management, providing insights on results and conclusions based upon data sets.
Ensures documents and data are confidentially maintained to protect company’s Intellectual Property.
Stays relevant with developments in new chemistries, through internal & external sources such as publications and attendance at technical conferences.
Creates procedures to ensure all safety concerns and hazards are properly addressed in compliance with company and regulatory requirement.
Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering discipline, or relative experience
2 plus years of relevant industrial manufacturing experience, with polymer focus.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail, analytical data, and execution against timelines.
Ability to work within varying teams and work independently as required.
Ability to conduct laboratory experiments utilizing industry-standard techniques, equipment, and procedures, while maintaining safety.
Travel up to 50% of the time.
Compensation
Base salary is $70,000 – $100,000
401(k) / retirement savings program
Short- term and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
Paid time off
Paid holidays
What CRH Offers You
Highly competitive base pay
Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
Group retirement savings program
Health and wellness programs
An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Compétences linguistiques
- English
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