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Waukegan, IL - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

$ 60000 - 68500

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Weve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings theres a good chance youre only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux International Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. Its what youd expect from the most sustainable paints company which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

Job Purpose

Execute defined tasks of a project or lab work request for new product introduction raw material changes product testing and root cause analysis. Anticipates or suggests work required or follow-up experiments to achieve an objective.

Key Requirements

  • Understand the purpose of formulation components and reformulate to solve internal and external customer issues.
  • Manage the assigned lab work requests/projects to include including planning and timeline on a weekly basis.
  • Completes tasks in accordance with quality standards as set by laboratory management to include ISO 9001.
  • Maintains detailed technical records in the form of electronic notebook and/or computer databases.
  • Provide data-driven insights to support diagnostics and resolution of issues in manufacturing application and formulation.
  • Summarize test data in the form of spreadsheets reports and presentation. Will analyze data and submit recommendations.
  • Infer next course of experimental actions from completed testing and results.
  • Follows safe work practices for personal and equipment safety in both the laboratory and in the field.

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Chemistry Materials Science Chemical Engineering or related field.
  • 2 years experience in a laboratory environment. Experience in chemical manufacturing preferred. Academic experience may be substituted for work experience.
  • Background in chemistry/polymers required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Effective interpersonal skills.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office. Knowledge of SAP preferred.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 25-40 pounds.
  • Work with and reach for hazardous materials located at higher shelves.
  • Wear a respirator and safety shoes for extended periods of time during a day.
  • Ability to stand on feet and spray paint for the entire duration of a day.

Rewards and Benefits

The salary range for these skills is $60000.00 - $68500. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.

Perks for Joining AkzoNobel!
401K retirement savings with 6% company match Annual bonus Medical insurance with HAS Dental Vision Life AD&D benefits Generous vacation personal and holiday pay Short and Long-Term Disability Paid Parental leave Career growth opportunities Active Diversity and Inclusion Networks Employee referral bonus Employee appreciation days

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status.

Requisition ID: 46210

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