LATICRETE

LATICRETE

Chemist II

Texas , Grand Prairie - Plant · Mid

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 2 days ago
Data AnalysisExcelCommunicationCollaborationMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • Under general supervision, the Chemist I is responsible for performing accurate formulation and analytical tests in accordance with Internal LATICRETE, ANSI, and ASTM procedures and/or other accepted methods.
  • With the supervisor's oversight, this role is expected to use independent judgment, while reporting and analyzing data.
  • Additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned, as necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Support Technical Services requests to evaluate field complaints in specific area.
  • With guidance, support Operations in evaluating product inconsistencies & providing disposition.
  • Maintain a clean working laboratory environment as well as properly working equipment. Ensure that all instruments that require periodic calibration and validation requirements do so per laboratory calibration/validation procedures.
  • Design, Develop and Validate - (75%)
  • Provide Product Support - (15%)
  • We strive to connect with, engage with and improve the lives of our employees, our customers, our partners, and the global communities in which we operate.
  • The Chemist I develops and conducts complex chemical studies and experiments on organic and/or inorganic formulations.

Requirements

  • Lift: Must be able to lift and/or carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
  • Push/Pull: Must be able to push/pull 50 pounds.
  • Standing: Must be able to stand at least 50% of the day.
  • Sitting: Must be able to sit at least 50% of the day.
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
  • The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
  • Must be able to lift and/or carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to push/pull 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to stand at least 50% of the day.
  • Must be able to sit at least 50% of the day.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Nice to have

  • BA/BS in a Physical Science required, Chemistry is preferred.
  • MS in Physical Science or Chemistry a plus.
  • Experience in scientific lab is a plus.

Skills

  • Some familiarity with the process of researching patents, writing invention disclosures, and other publications within the industry.
  • Demonstrated analytical ability in a laboratory environment well organized, detail oriented, and systematic in documenting results.
  • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills in order to present and write reports.
  • Ability to organize and present results in a clear concise manner.
  • Able to analyze data independently and apply some specialized knowledge (e.g. DOE and statistical methods to solve problems).
  • Must be a self-starter and able to multi-task.

Benefits

  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 12 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time
  • Flexible spending
  • Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance

Company info

  • Are you looking for a new challenge?
  • Passionate about innovation?
  • Want to work for a company that values integrity, teamwork and loyalty?
  • At LATICRETE International we are driven to be a top ten construction chemical company that still values family, diversity, collaboration and invention.
  • We've been in business for over 65 years, family owned/operated for three generations and are available in 100 countries.
  • In 2017, The Hartford Business Journal named us one of Connecticut's Top Family Owned Companies!
  • We don't just make innovative, industry-leading products.
  • We are seeking passionate and ambitious employees who want to make a difference not just within our organization, but within their communities and the world.
  • If that sounds like you, then what are you waiting for?
  • Join the family and expand your horizons!
  • At all of our facilities we are taking additional precautions with temperature checks, deep cleaning, testing, and work from home opportunities.
  • Comply with all laboratory, company, State and Federal safety regulations.
  • Interact with end-use customers and contractors to understand product usage, limitations, and needs.

This listing is sourced directly from LATICRETE's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.