Chemist

About the job

Join our exciting and fast-growing company today where you can make your mark. Meridian Adhesives Group and its Packaging Division is looking for you!

We offer competitive wages, a broad benefit plan with free medical coverage for employees, paid volunteer time off, 401k matching, and paid parental leave.

This position is on-site in our Elk Grove Village, IL location.

Position Summary: Opening for an Adhesive Chemist based in the Elk Grove Village, IL area. Opportunities for involvement in the development and servicing of multiple product lines. Position responsibilities include product development, technical service, production support, regulatory and quality control as needed.

Qualifications

· Ability to complete technical service work through the evaluation of adhesive samples, and communicate findings clearly and timely to sales department

· Demonstrated capability of product development success given an application and customer specifics

· Experience in formulation and analysis of packaging adhesives

· History of success working cross-functionally with operations, customer service, and sales teams

· Basic understanding of standard quality control procedures used in packaging adhesives analysis

· Familiarity with typical regulatory, environmental, safety and HazCom regulations applicable to adhesives

· Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

· Relevant industry experience and/or degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science or related field

Position Duties

· Ensure timely, accurate reporting of lab results

· Maintain laboratory equipment and facility in a safe and working condition

· Utilize project request system

· Effectively communicate with internal and external customers

· Support R&D projects as needed

· Provide problem solving expertise to quality, sales and operations

· Efficiently manage capital as needed to maintain and expand lab capabilities

· Maintain a broad knowledge of technology related to adhesive products and manufacturing capabilities

· Maintain strong communication and relationships with Evans customers and suppliers

· Independently complete projects for Technical Service

· Ability to complete water based adhesive QC tasks on an as needed basis

To apply, please submit cover letter with salary requirements commensurate to experience, along with resume. Local candidates preferred.

We are an Equal Opportunity and ADA Compliant Employer who participates in E-Verify and are a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected class, disability, or protected veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Blending paint, coatings, adhesives inks or related products: 3 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person