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.

ResponsibilitiesRecord research and development data and post in the ERP systemWork on R&D projects based on demand from CustomersAnalyze and evaluate reaction process to create a successful R&D batchConsult with technical director of sample creation results and communicate proper course of action.Maintain good electronic record keeping of steps in development for future referenceCreate and maintain SDS submission and TDS on existing and new productsMaintain 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.

QualificationsChemistry degree and three years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience Required SkillsPrimary knowledge of Silicone PolymersExperience in a laboratory for chemical industry is requiredAbility to work independently and remain self-motivatedPassionate about taking the company’s best practices to a higher level of performanceStrong analytical and scientific skillsComputer literate in Windows-based database programs and MS Office productsAbility to write technical papers and document research and development projectERP experience a plusChemical Batch manufacturing experience a plusPossess excellent organization skills and the ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and multitask independentlyAbility to think independently, communicate thoroughly, and influence the implementation of the appropriate corrective and preventative actionsAbility to make independent judgments to manage and facilitate company programs/policies as they relate to the R&D departmentPositively interact and influence front-line supervisors and field personnel to create a standardized work environmentLeadership skills and a proactive mindset and not reactiveProject management experience a plus