Senior Technical Chemist

We're seeking a talented Technical Application Chemist to drive customer success and product innovation. In this role, you will work directly with customers to develop HI&I product using advanced materials technology and chemistry expertise. You will be the bridge between our R&D capabilities and customer needs, collaborating on formulation development, technical troubleshooting, and new product launches while supporting our sales team and internal product lines.

This is a hands‑on position where your chemistry expertise will directly impact product performance and customer satisfaction in the HI&I (Hygiene & Industrial) and I&I (Industrial & Institutional) markets. You will work in a laboratory and office setting, conducting meaningful technical work.

• Perform, interpret, and record lab project data for Technical Service and R&D initiatives
• Acquire, validate, and maintain data for lab projects with meticulous attention to detail
• Manage complex chemical analyses and testing (HPLC, GC, spectroscopy, or similar techniques)
• Design and execute laboratory experiments to evaluate formulation concepts and customer requirements
• Conduct formulation studies and optimization work to meet customer specifications and product performance targets

• Generate comprehensive lab reports summarizing testing, results, and conclusions
• Prepare data processing and documentation using common software tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Datacor/Chempax, eChempax, BRM)
• Create technical documentation, application guides, and customer specifications
• Develop supporting materials for regulatory submissions and compliance requirements (safety data sheets, claims substantiation)
• Maintain clear, organized records of all technical work

• Partner with customers to understand technical requirements and develop customized cleaning solutions
• Provide technical support to customers, principals, sales team, and product line portfolio
• Support customer trials, field testing, and product validation
• Provide technical guidance on product applications, performance, best practices, and polymer technology
• Troubleshoot customer challenges and recommend solutions with supporting data

• Contribute to new product development initiatives with emphasis on cleaners and polymer technology
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (R&D, Marketing, Regulatory, Sales) on product launches
• Analyze results and document findings to support product performance and claims
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies in cleaning chemistry and polymers
• Share best practices with lab team members and other divisions

• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure proper safety protocols
• Ensure safety procedures and housekeeping are maintained to protect yourself, co‑workers, and the environment
• Champion a safety‑first mindset for yourself and others in the facility
• Perform general lab duties including cleanup, equipment maintenance, and chemical/disposables inventory
• Track and order chemicals and disposables used in the lab as needed

• Communicate effectively with other lab technicians throughout the organization to stay updated on processes, protocols, and trends
• Provide additional documentation and supporting information across departments upon request
• Develop meaningful and productive business relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Adapt communication style to effectively present complex chemistry to customers, sales teams, and non‑technical audiences
• Collaborate cross‑functionally and support team members with a commitment to mutual respect

• Ensure adherence to all applicable facility requirements, certifications, and designations
• Contribute to and support continuous improvement of processes, systems, and lab protocols
• Seek opportunities to improve efficiency and share best practices with the team
• Support quality management and regulatory compliance initiatives

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