Scientist

About the role

LATICRETE International seeks a Scientist to join our dynamic team. With over 65 years of experience, we are committed to innovation and excellence in the construction industry. As a member of our family, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to improving the built world while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Formulate products to meet specified requirements
• Design and validate complex chemical studies and experiments
• Maintain a clean and functional laboratory environment
• Ensure compliance with laboratory, company, state, and federal safety regulations
• Support Technical Services requests and evaluate field complaints
• Communicate results within R&D, cross-functional departments, and Stage Gate Review meetings
• Organize and participate in field trials
• Interact with end-use customers and contractors to understand product usage and needs
• Assist and guide the production scale-up of new products
• Write batching formulas for the production department based on laboratory formulations
• Determine Quality Control parameters for product testing
• Design experiments for chemists, review data, and analyze results
• Document work continuously according to standard practice
• Summarize all project work in a formal end report
• Mentor and train new and junior team members

Qualifications

• BS in Chemistry, Material Science, Polymer Science, or relevant Engineering discipline
• MS preferred
• 8+ years of construction materials formulation experience
• Proven track record of successful New Product Development
• Experience with Production/Operations, Product Management, QC, ISO processes, Analytical Chemistry, Product Development, Finance, Accounting, and Marketing departments
• Familiarity with patent research, invention disclosures, and industry publications
• Strong analytical abilities, including experience with DOE and statistical methods
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office 365

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 12 paid holidays in addition to paid vacation and sick time
• Flexible spending
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Supplemental Insurance

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.