R&D Chemist

Job Summary

R&D Chemist will be a quality focused laboratory professional with experience developing and implementing testing procedures across all stages of the quality assurance process. Skilled in optimizing laboratory standards, improving testing methodologies, and utilizing a wide range of chemical testing equipment and processes. Adept at interpreting test results, providing operational guidance, and serving as a key resource for troubleshooting and testing excellence.

• Safely perform physical testing of chemicals/ingredients
• Evaluate the physical and chemical properties of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods in accordance with approved procedures
• Maintain cleanliness of the lab and perform routine laboratory tasks
• Provide quality testing, sampling, analysis, formulation, and characterization to ensure quality/standards are being met
• Document quality activities to prove a record of quality compliance efforts
• Conduct quality control testing and recertification of products as necessary
• Produce documents to communicate lab results
• Participate in joint sales calls and conference calls with sales representatives at customers
• Participate in principal/vendor visits and conference calls to present lab findings and recommendations
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Analytical and conceptual thinking
• Ability to set priorities and meet objectives
• Proven time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Self‑motivated and task oriented

• Wear PPE as required
• Sit up to 30% of the day
• Type up to 50% of the day
• Use computer programs up to 50% of the day
• Use the telephone up to 30% of the day
• Stand up to 100% of the day
• Walk up to 80% of the day
• Lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Work in an environment with exposure to chemicals, some of which may be hazardous

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field, or equivalent education and experience. Two years of laboratory experience preferred.

• Individual development, on‑the‑job training, and development programs designed to help employees grow in their careers
• Paid parental leave
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Various healthcare plan options and 401(k)

Brenntag and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to any category protected by federal, state, or local law, including applicant’s race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, genetic information, military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, veteran status, disability, protected medical condition, political affiliation, marital status, membership in an employee organization, parental status, expunged juvenile record, or any other protected status.

Brenntag will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if requested. Applicants may exclude information that would disclose protected categories. Brenntag North America, Inc. and its subsidiaries use E‑Verify, a government‑run web‑based system that confirms eligibility of employees to work in the United States.