Chemist I, Construction Products, Center Township, PA

Why Join ARDEX as a CHEMIST I?

At ARDEX, innovation is driven by people who are passionate about solving problems and developing products that make a difference. Our R&D team works closely with Operations, Technical Services, Marketing, and Manufacturing to bring new ideas to life and continuously improve our products.

What You'll Do

• Support Product Development & Testing
• Aid in the preparation, testing, and evaluation of product formulations
• Support research and development projects under the direction of project leads and senior technical staff
• Conduct laboratory investigations of raw materials and finished products
• Help evaluate product performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Contribute to projects involving a variety of construction product technologies
• Generate Reliable Technical Data
• Accurately record experimental data, observations, and test results
• Compile and organize technical findings for review and project documentation
• Absorb and prepare technical reports and project summaries
• Identify unusual results, inconsistencies, and potential testing issues
• Follow established laboratory methods, test procedures, and quality standards
• Maintain Laboratory Operations
• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory equipment
• Monitor laboratory inventory and request supplies as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment
• Assist with routine equipment maintenance and calibration activities
• Ensure workspaces remain inspection-ready and well organized
• Support ARDEX's commitment to workplace safety and environmental responsibility

Required Experience

• Support Product Development & Testing
• Aid in the preparation, testing, and evaluation of product formulations
• Support research and development projects under the direction of project leads and senior technical staff
• Conduct laboratory investigations of raw materials and finished products
• Help evaluate product performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Contribute to projects involving a variety of construction product technologies
• Generate Reliable Technical Data
• Accurately record experimental data, observations, and test results
• Compile and organize technical findings for review and project documentation
• Absorb and prepare technical reports and project summaries
• Identify unusual results, inconsistencies, and potential testing issues
• Follow established laboratory methods, test procedures, and quality standards
• Maintain Laboratory Operations
• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory equipment
• Monitor laboratory inventory and request supplies as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment
• Absist with routine equipment maintenance and calibration activities
• Ensure workspaces remain inspection-ready and well organized
• Support ARDEX's commitment to workplace safety and environmental responsibility