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Chemist II

Sun Chemical Corporation, Peekskill, NY, United States


Overview
Pay Ranges: $81,000 - $101,000

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION
Sun Chemical, a member of the DIC Group, is a leading producer of packaging and graphic solutions, color and display technologies, functional products, electronic materials, and products for the automotive and healthcare industries. Together with DIC, Sun Chemical is continuously working to promote and develop sustainable solutions to exceed customer expectations and better the world around us. With combined annual sales of more than $8.5 billion and 22,000+ employees worldwide, the DIC Group companies support a diverse collection of global customers.

Sun Chemical Corporation is a subsidiary of Sun Chemical Group Cooperatief U.A., the Netherlands, and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey, U.S.A. For more information, please visit our website at www.sunchemical.com or connect with us on LinkedIn or Twitter.

Job Details
Job Title:

Chemist II

Department:

Technology

Location:

Peekskill, NY

Supervisor Title:

Senior Technical Manager

Hours
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Occasional evening and weekend hours on an as-needed basis.

Role Context
Color Materials Technology group in Peekskill, NY focuses on inorganic materials chemistry R&D for the generation of novel decorative and functional materials.

Key Responsibilities

Strong commitment to environmental, health, and safety excellence

Drive continuous improvement through innovation and realize significant cost savings

Design, develop, and scale-up of new effect pigment products

Independently perform necessary laboratory experiments, pilot and plant trials

Provide plant support to effect pigments production plants

Collaboratively conduct root cause analysis studies and define corrective actions

Characterize and evaluate R&D concept samples via new and established laboratory test methods

Deliver assigned projects on time and on budget

Independent analysis and interpretation of experimental results; subsequent planning of experimental work as function of experimental data

Drive continuous improvement through innovation

Thorough documentation of laboratory experiments and preparation of technical reports

Collaborate with various other teams, such as applications science, technical service, analytical, manufacturing, marketing and product management to achieve technical targets

Effectively communicate with internal and external customers, demonstrate strong written and presentation skills

Qualifications / Requirements

Bachelor's/master's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or material science

Hands-on experience in the synthesis of advanced functional materials (e.g. nanoparticles, structured composites) and thorough experimental knowledge of fine particles, surface and inorganic materials chemistry

3-5 years' experience working in a plant and laboratory environment

Prior experience in a new product development, process development, scale-up or chemical engineering role is preferred

Knowledge of CAPA, 8D, lean manufacturing, six sigma, DMAIC and FMEA preferred

Experience of coatings and/or color cosmetics industries is preferred

Strong time management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines; excellent communication skills and proficiency in critical thinking and data analysis

Salary / Benefits
Salary Range: $81,000 - $101,000

BENEFITS
We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) + match and life insurance. Eligibility of benefit timing may vary.

Equal Employment Opportunity
It is Sun's policy that applicants for employment are recruited, selected, and hired on the basis of individual merit and ability with respect to the position being filled. Sun prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Note: The base pay range listed is a good-faith estimate of what Sun Chemical may offer to new hires for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on KSAs, relevant experience, education, certifications, and alignment with the minimum job qualifications. Additional considerations may include prevailing wages in the work location and internal equity within Sun Chemical.

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