Senior Research Chemist

Overview

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products serve industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy. We are a Berkshire Hathaway company with customers in more than 80 countries. We are committed to delivering positive experiences and to the success of our employees and customers.

Senior Research Chemist: participate in and lead technical projects, develop new products and formulations for Johns Manville Engineered Products (EP) and Insulation Systems (IS). Design and conduct pilot/plant trials and provide technical services to meet customer or operational needs.

• Participate in or lead cross-functional teams to execute technical projects in binders and nonwovens
• Travel to manufacturing plants to apply technical expertise to product or process development projects
• Present project updates internally and to customers
• Provide internal technical service for operations when product/process issues or customer complaints arise for existing and new products
• Perform hands-on work with laboratory and pilot equipment
• Use statistical tools to design experiments and analyze data
• Collect property and process data via material characterization techniques and develop structure/process/property relationships
• May perform other related duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in polymer science, chemistry, materials science or related field with at least 5 years of R&D experience
• Master’s degree or PhD with 2+ years of relevant industrial experience preferred
• Solid knowledge of chemical reactions, synthesis and characterization; extensive knowledge of chemical analysis and mechanical evaluation
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)
• Experience working with production operations and business partners; proven cross-functional project leadership and ability to meet aggressive deliverables
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; strong presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Plant trial experience preferred
• Moderate to heavy travel required (10-20%)

Work is conducted in a research laboratory with potential exposure to plant environments including cold, heat, high noise levels, moving parts, heights, dust/mist/gas/fumes, and extensive walking or climbing.

Johns Manville offers a wide range of benefits including health, dental and vision plans, wellness programs, and insurance options. Benefits also include a 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid sick and parental leave, life and disability coverage, employee assistance programs, travel accident coverage, and various tax-advantaged savings accounts. Tuition reimbursement and educational opportunities, mentoring, and skills training are provided. Johns Manville supports diversity and inclusion and maintains an equal opportunity/affirmative action workplace.

Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

We are a proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, serving customers in more than 80 countries with products across construction, aerospace, automotive, filtration and energy sectors. We value people, integrity, and high standards, and we are committed to a safe and inclusive work environment.