R&D Synthesis Specialist
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Job Location:
Charlotte, VT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Mallard Creek Polymers is seeking a qualifiedR&D Synthesis Specialistto join our team.
Who you are:Our ideal teammate...
Will lead the design formulation and scale-up of innovative emulsion polymer products including acrylic vinyl-acrylic and styrene-butadiene latexes. This role bridges laboratory synthesis and manufacturing implementation ensuring smooth transition from research to full commercialization. The Specialist will collaborate with R&D manufacturing technical and commercial teams to optimize recipes improve processes and deliver high-quality products that meet customer and market requirements.
What you do:Our ideal teammate has work-related experience with the following
- Design and execute synthesis and commercial processes for new emulsion polymer products in a timely and efficient manner.
- Develop and implement test methods to evaluate product performance and compliance with product and process specifications.
- Plan and manage projects related to product performance recipe/process improvement and equipment design for new product scale-up and existing product optimization.
- Collaborate with manufacturing and external partners to ensure effective scale-up and ongoing production while safeguarding intellectual property.
- Apply research principles and models to implement new products/processes resolve recipe and process issues improve productivity reduce costs and maintain quality.
- Identify communicate and implement opportunities for product and process enhancements through quality and productivity improvements.
- Prepare technical reports summarize research results and recommend changes.
- Communicate project progress and results to team members and business leadership.
- Interface with customers and internal stakeholders to support technical inquiries and product development goals.
- Work independently and in cross-functional teams fostering collaboration across R&D manufacturing and commercial functions.
- Mentor and/or manage technical staff and contribute to organizational capability development
Collaboration: you can expect to collaborate in the following environments:
- Customers facing interaction to solve problems using MCP products
- Collaborates with R&D Colleagues Sales and Marketing
- Works with production and QC functions to establish expectations for products for which this position is responsible.
Qualifications
Skills and Qualifications:
- BS in Chemistry Chemical Engineering or Polymer Science required MS or higher preferred.
- Minimum 10 years in the chemical industry with at least 5 years in emulsion polymer chemistry (styrene-butadiene preferred; pressure reactions experience a plus).
- Proven experience in product/process development scale-up and optimization in a chemical production environment.
- Strong knowledge of latex product chemistry process design and control systems.
- Proficiency in analytical techniques for problem-solving and recipe/process improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to design and implement robust solutions for complex product mixes.
- Strong organizational skills ability to manage multiple projects and work independently or in teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build trusted relationships internally and externally.
- Leadership and decision-making capabilities; ability to mentor and inspire others.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook).
- Safety-conscious and able to comply with all PPE and safety regulations.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Laboratory duties include standing at a lab bench for extended periods of time bending lifting and reaching.
- Must be able to wear the required personal protective equipment
Travel:
- This position requires frequent travel to customers and industry events; approximately 25% of the time
Work Schedule:Monday- Friday 8 hour work days
Positions available:1 (one)
Required Experience:
Senior IC
