Sr. Chemist

Job Description

Develop new products and provide technical support to production plants and customers.
Responsible for managing assigned projects (from Idea Proposal to Product Release)
Independently develop new products according to customer specifications.
Develop DOE and Design FEMA for product development.
Participate in 3-year or long-term product/technology planning
Define new product QA requirements to ensure product quality and performance.
Responsible for transferring new products/technologies to the Processing group.
Perform initial material testing and gain material approvals from customers.
Provide technical support to manufacturing plant to assure product quality.
Support QS 9000, PCP and PSP processes.
Keep accurate records and maintain good laboratory notebook practice.

Qualifications

• 5+ years with BS or MS degree and 2+ years with PhD in Chemistry, Polymer Science or Chemical Engineering
• Hands-on industrial experience in polymer chemistry or thermoplastic polymer-based formulation
• Strong presentation skills
• Excellent technical and business writing skills
• Excellent in DOE, Design FEMA, other quality programs
• Good computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Project Management

Additional Information

• 401k with Generous Company Match Bonuses
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid time off, paid holidays
• Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Education Assistance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program & More!

About Sika

Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.