Coatings Chemist

Values

By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long‑term success.

• Customer – We focus on our customers’ success
• Innovation – We create better solutions
• Collaboration – We create success together
• Inclusion – We always interact with others respectfully
• Candor – We are open and honest with one another
• Integrity – We do the right things and do things right

• Conduct coating chemistry work related to the manufacture, scale‑up, control, and continuous improvement of hydrophilic coatings for catheters and guide wires.
• Ensure consistent execution of validated coating processes to meet safety, quality, and delivery targets in a production environment.
• Investigate and resolve polymer‑ and coating‑related technical issues that affect product performance and yield while partnering closely with Operations, Quality, and Engineering teams to support commercial production.
• Research & Development – Production Support:
  Execute established coating formulations and processes in adherence to validated parameters and specifications; provide hands‑on support for coating, mixing, curing, and surface preparation processes; perform routine analytical and in‑process testing to ensure materials and finished goods meet specifications; monitor product performance through data trending and process verification; investigate deviations, nonconformances, and yield issues using root‑cause analysis tools; design for manufacturability & tech transfer.
• Design for Manufacturability & Tech Transfer:
  Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Quality to ensure processes are scalable, safe, and capable; optimize polymer chemistry operations (mixing, dispersion, curing, coating, drying, cleaning) for throughput, yield, and robustness; author and maintain SOPs, specifications, batch records, BOMs, routers, and work instructions; support validation activities including IQ/OQ/PQ and MSA/GR&R.
• Coating Production & Supplier Support:
  Execute complex batch records and troubleshoot real‑time production issues (e.g., low yield, OOS/OOT results); define raw material specifications and collaborate with Supplier Quality on material consistency and change control; evaluate and disposition nonconforming materials and implement CAPA and risk mitigations.
• Quality, Compliance & Safety:
  Ensure adherence to QMS and regulatory standards (FDA 21 CFR Part 820, ISO 13485); apply GLP/GMP, ALCOA+ data integrity, and safe chemical handling practices; support complaint investigations, failure analysis, and trend reduction activities.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement:
  Drive process improvements focused on yield, cost, cycle time, and capability (Cp/Cpk); participate in cross‑functional initiatives to enhance manufacturability and efficiency.
• Manufacturing Excellence & Market‑Focused Innovation:
  Support and contribute to Integer Production System initiatives: strategy alignment through Hoshin planning and SIOP; sustained change via production performance monitoring; standardization through manufacturing work instructions and training; engagement in safety and problem‑solving systems; optimization of systems, process flow, and equipment reliability.

• Minimum Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or related field.
• Minimum Experience:
  
  0–3 years of experience in a manufacturing, process chemistry, or coatings environment.

• Technical expertise in chemical process execution (mixing, coating, curing, cleaning, scale‑up).
• Analytical techniques: HPLC/UPLC, FTIR, UV‑Vis, rheology, friction testing.
• Process monitoring and control systems (SPC, MES, batch execution).
• Validation methodologies (IQ/OQ/PQ), MSA/Gage R&R, quality & regulatory standards (ISO 13485, FDA, CAPA).

• Strong troubleshooting ability in real‑time production environments.
• Ability to work on the manufacturing floor with cross‑functional teams.
• Data analysis and problem‑solving skills.
• Specialized knowledge in polymer chemistry and hydrophilic coating systems, manufacturing scale‑up and process robustness…