Senior Chemist

About the Company

Nanochem Technologies is actively seeking a senior coatings chemist and custom formulator for industrial wood and industrial metal coatings. This is an ideal position for an experienced and creative chemist who has experience with a broad range of coatings chemistries, proven formulation skills, enjoys custom formulating per customer specs, and excels in a dynamic environment where they will continue to develop technical and leadership skills.

About the Role

Responsibilities

• Custom design/formulate coatings per customer specifications.
• Lead product development for end-use requirements.
• Lead activities focused on problem-solving, product improvement, performance testing, and verification/improvement of application robustness.
• Support custom development initiatives to solve customer problems.
• Support sales/marketing with technical guidance and attendance at customer meetings.
• Mentor/develop junior chemists.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in organic chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer chemistry, or coatings chemistry.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 5 years of experience with a coatings manufacturer.
• Strong computer and record-keeping skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong technical writing/report writing skills.
• Ability to multitask under pressure.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willing to relocate to Elkhart, Indiana.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with a broad range of coatings chemistries.
• Proven formulation skills.
• Enjoys custom formulating per customer specs.
• Excels in a dynamic environment.

Pay range and compensation package

Competitive salary with a full benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Nanochem Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.