Product Development Chemist

Project assignments will comprise raw material evaluations, molding compound evaluation, composite material characterization and analysis, compounding, compression/injection molding process analysis and control. As a member of the Materials team the Chemist/Scientist will develop an in-depth understanding of Mar-Bal's core markets as well as the specific needs of its customer base. This knowledge will be applied to the tailoring of products and processes to better address customer requirements as well as driving innovations to improve Mar-Bal's position in the markets it serves. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Providing leadership and direction of quality and inspection, testing, planning, change management, and bill of material (BOM) planning. Ensure consistency, accuracy, and reliability of processes and quality controls. Ensuring deliverable products meet or exceed customer requirements and expectations. Communicating with customer service to resolve problems associated with deliverable products. Facilitating root cause analyses and mistake proofing of processes to resolve repetitive quality issues Assisting in product variability reduction Maintenance and improvement of ISO 9001/AS9100 quality systems Maintaining integrity of quality records Conducting quality training Utilization of chemical knowledge and historical ingredients to achieve customer requirements Document, analyze, and report test results and development work to corporation. Support Scale-Up and support Injection and/or Compression molding trials. Innovation and time for invention takes up 10% of time. Validate and qualify raw material alternatives and new products. Assist in customer molding and testing. Form an in-depth understanding of the raw materials used in thermoset molding compound formulation; understand their storage, transport, and integration to form finished products. Learn the types of compounding equipment used by Mar-Bal - design, operation, and control. Develop in-depth understanding of Mar-Bal's Quality Control / Assurance processes. Develop the ability to understand the function and operation of all testing equipment and analytical instrumentation; develop understanding of how to apply the results of materials analysis. Help laboratory technician to aid in the completion of lab work requests. Determine resources needed to complete assigned projects, including equipment, training, and other necessary skills. Attend regular departmental meetings; present project results and findings as needed. Take ownership and responsibility of the timeline for assigned project activities Understand standards as required by EPA, UL, and other regulatory agencies. Participate on project teams for assigned projects; analyze / recommend improvements in new products or applications and develop requirements and specifications with input from the team. Work within specifications provided to meet project goals and objectives in a timely and accurate manner. Participate with peers, project team members, and other departments on new product development, product line extensions, and product enhancements. Lead & participate in cross-functional teams to launch commercialization of new products. Present findings to customers, internal stakeholders as well as industry conferences Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.