R&D Chemist

In the role of a Research and Development Chemist at Sherwin-Williams you will be responsible for the formulations of new products and reformulation of existing products. 

This position can be based at either in Ambacht, in the Netherlands or in Sheffield, UK. 

Evaluation and approval of alternative raw materials Progressing of projects through to production scale up. Evaluation of competitive products Provision of support to the QA and Consumer Services Departments Provision of support to R&D’s Stability Studies function Progress new product development projects Undertake reformulation projects and evaluate alternative raw materials to meet:(a) Legislative targets(b) Profit margin improvement(c) Performance improvement Support scale up of laboratory produced formulations through to production  Conduct competitive product analysis and reporting Conduct product performance evaluations Conduct general laboratory/equipment maintenance and ordering of consumables Provision of testing support to the QA Department at times of high workload (this may involve occasional shift pattern working) Provision of support to the Consumer Services Department at times of high workload Other duties appropriate to the position under the direction of the R&D Team Leaders and Senior Chemists Support scale up of laboratory produced formulations through to production  Conduct competitive product analysis and reporting Conduct product performance evaluations Conduct general laboratory/equipment maintenance and ordering of consumables Provision of testing support to the QA Department at times of high workload (this may involve occasional shift pattern working) Provision of support to the Consumer Services Department at times of high workload Other duties appropriate to the position under the direction of the R&D Team Leaders and Senior Chemists Bachelor’s Degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, polymer/materials science or related technical discipline with 3 years industry experience Master’s Degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, polymer/materials science or related technical discipline Six Sigma knowledge

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Previous laboratory experience essential Competent IT skills Effective written & verbal communication skills Confidence in presenting in formal or informal environments - essential Ability to work flexibly and respond positively to changing priorities Ability to work in a team environment and on own initiative Ability to work successfully in a matrixed organization Paints/coatings formulation experience Driving license is preferred due to occasional travel

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