What are the responsibilities and job description for the MRT.R&D Chemist position at Rust-Oleum?
Modern Recreational Technologies, is seeking an R&D Chemist. MRT consists of Pettit, Ramuc, ValvTect and Tuff Coat brands. Lab work will include developing new product formulations as well as modify existing products and services for its brands. Document and communicate research and development information with all appropriate associates. This is an excellent opportunity to join a winning team in the recreational industry.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Learn, understand, and maintain a fundamental knowledge of market, customer, and technology business needs. Work at translating these needs into products and services that bring quantifiable value to customers and to MRT.
- Prepare laboratory coating formulations for project evaluations.
- Complete full product testing of laboratory coatings produced.
- Be able to review color and match colors with the assistance of a spectrophotometer.
- Support production with batch supervision as needed to complete new product launches.
- Ensure all experiments and technologies comply with safe laboratory practices and standards.
- Document and communicate opportunities, ideas, results, and issues in a timely manner.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Experience and Education Required
Minimum Requirements:
- B.S. Degree in Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering
- 3-5 years’ experience in the Chemical or Coatings industries.
Desired requirements:
- College degree
- 3-5 years of lab experience
- Knowledge and understanding of coatings science and technology
- Ability to match colors in various paint applications.
- Understanding of coatings application and testing using ASTM standards, ISO standards, and other standards as necessary
- Familiar with safe operation and maintenance of laboratory and application equipment
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Strong mathematical skills
- Good organizational skills
- No issues working around hazardous materials or smelling paint fumes
- Computer literate
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to sit, stand, bend/stoop, lift, walk, kneel, crouch and climb for extended periods of time as required. Must have good hearing and vision, including peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to correctly perceive color. The ability to lift 25 pounds frequently without assistance and up to 100 pounds with assistance as required. The employee will have to use a computer.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Functions performed primarily in a R&D Lab environment containing some hazardous chemical materials.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPI)
- Project Timelines and Goals
- Annual Review
- New product development
- New Products sales value
Wages: From $75,000 - $90,000 per year.
Benefits: Upon satisfaction of applicable eligibility requirements, include but are not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, PTO days, 401(k), employee stock purchase plan, and pension.
Salary : $75,000 - $90,000
