Senior Chemist (Paints and Coatings)

  Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.   To strengthen our team in Allentown, we are looking for you as a(n) Senior Chemist (Paints and Coatings).

 

This is Us:

You know us. You just didn’t know it. WACKER is a global chemical manufacturer that prides itself on “Creating Tomorrow’s Solutions”. WACKER materials are so versatile and adaptable, they have virtually unlimited applications just about anywhere imaginable, making WACKER an integral part of daily life. Whether it’s protecting buildings from the elements, a tube of toothpaste, a cell phone, airbags, or cosmetics, people from all over the world come into contact each day with our products and achievements. We are looking for capable, innovative, and enthusiastic achievers to join our team and grow with us. We are currently seeking a Sr. Chemist site in Allentown, PA.

 

What you will do:

The Sr. Chemist must possess extensive industry expertise in coatings and/or caulk/mastic formulating and testing.  In addition, this role must be a knowledge expert in regard to all phases of laboratory work and communication of conclusions, as well as develop intimate business-relationships with customers and participates in a leading manner at industry organizations (seen as a consultant to the industry). Lastly, the Sr. Chemist will be recognized as a leading advisor within the laboratory and extended team.

 

• Plans and performs appropriate laboratory testing for projects (PSI, AD, TS, plant support, etc.; 55%
• Mentor other lab staff and teaches from experience; 15%.
• Generates technical data and results and presents, both internally and externally; 25%
• Ensures safety goals are met by self and others; 5%.

 

What we need from you:

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or a related field.; Master’s or PhD a plus.
• 9-13+ years of relevant experience
• Willing to travel an average of 25% for customer visits, trade shows, training, etc.
• Good communication skills
• Good time management and project management skills
• Advanced level technical knowledge of formulating, test methods, industry standards, competitors, customers, etc.
• Basic knowledge of emulsion polymerization
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to influence.

   What do we offer?   WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates div