Weathering Lab Scientist

Weathering Lab Scientist – Americhem

Americhem is hiring a Weathering Lab Scientist to work in our facility in Cuyahoga Falls, OH. The role focuses on maintaining accelerated weathering equipment, managing multiple weathering projects, and acting as a technical expert on projects that drive new business development.

• Demonstrates strong project management skills by managing multiple projects and multiple test methods running concurrently in a large, privately held accelerated weathering laboratory.
• Coordination of ISO 17025 accreditation activities including developing, modifying, verifying, and validating methods; performing tests and calibration methods; analyzing results, issuing statements of conformity or opinions and interpretations; reporting, reviewing, and authorizing results.
• Knowledge of standard test methods including AATCC 16E, ASTM G7, Ford FLTM BO 116-01, Honda HES D6601 / JIS B7754, ISO 105 B02, ISO 105 B04, ISO 105 B06, ISO 4892-2, ISO 4892-3, SAE J1885, SAE J1960, SAE J2412, SAE J2527, ASTM G154, Toyota TSMO 501G, Toyota TSMO 501G Exterior, Nissan NES MO135.
• Follows all quality system and safety protocols, completes safety training and ensures training compliance of the laboratory team; maintains a safe record and contributes to safety goals and keeps work areas clean and organized.
• Operates, troubleshoots issue and performs minor maintenance on weathering equipment including Atlas Ci-35, Ci-65, Ci-4000, Xenotest Beta and Q-Lab Q-Sun Xe-3 Xenon Test Chamber and Fluorescent QUV Weatherometers.
• Identifies emerging technologies and assists in the development of new weathering methods which support strategic initiatives and new business development.
• Establishes and maintains strong relationships and effectively communicates with customers, suppliers, sales and research and development team members.
• Acts as a consultant to recommend methods and equipment necessary to both internal and external customers.
• Continually assesses accelerated weathering capabilities and identifies new equipment for evaluation and purchase.
• Establish relationships / partnerships with outside test labs and equipment vendors.

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or related field.
• 3-5 years of weathering experience in the polymer industry.
• Knowledge of automotive, building and construction, and carpet & textile weathering methods preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced mathematical skills (data and statistical analysis).
• Previous hands‑on experience with QUVs and xenon‑arc weatherometers preferred.

• Exceptional organizational skills to include multi‑tasking, planning, and time management.
• Ability to adjust to ever‑changing priorities.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, relationship‑building, conflict resolution, and collaborative skills.
• Highly motivated; self‑driven; highly collaborative.
• Capacity to own projects from inception to completion.
• Exceptional problem‑solving skills; demonstrates a systems, operations, and continuous improvement mentality.