Chemist II - Manufacturing Environment

Chemist II

• Manufacturing Environment Bloomington, CA Job Details Full-time $85,000
• $100,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Polymers experience in materials engineering Customer communication Finished product defect inspection Chemical process design Laboratory safety Report writing Laboratory instruments Chemical Engineering Developing new product formulations Technical documentation ISO standards Design of manufacturing processes Engineering Materials engineering within manufacturing Hazmat Engineering process optimization Process improvement Environmental compliance Collaborating with government agencies Formulation chemistry Mid-level Technical report writing Databases Laboratory staff training Team development Material testing Bachelor's degree Team management Laboratory compliance Mentoring Workplace health and safety regulatory compliance Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering Chemistry Research data analysis Regulatory submissions Laboratory staff supervision Technical skills instruction Chemical analysis Environmental regulatory compliance Quality assurance within manufacturing Root cause analysis Research and development project management Cross-functional collaboration Research findings presentation Project leadership Research & development Leadership 2 years Bachelor's degree in materials science Hazardous waste disposal Communication skills Materials Science Composites experience in material engineering Bachelor's degree in chemistry Regulatory compliance management Cross-functional communication Product lifecycle management Full Job Description This position is located in a chemical manufacturing environment•not a clean room environment.

Applicants must have experience working with chemicals outside of a pharmaceutical environment.

• Prefer 5 years experience in Solvent based Paints & Coasting.

This position plays a crucial role in driving research, development, and optimization of composite materials. This position is responsible for leading and managing several projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate, design, and implement cutting-edge composite solutions. Your expertise will contribute directly to the success of our projects and the advancement of our company's position as a market leader in the composite industry. This role involves the formulation, testing, and optimization of advanced materials used in high-performance applications such as aerospace, automotive, marine, etc. You will play a key role in R D efforts, process development, and quality assurance, contributing to innovative product solutions and technical problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct formulation and testing of composite materials, including resins, adhesives, and fiber reinforcements.
• Develop and optimize chemical processes for composite manufacturing
• Perform chemical and physical property testing
• Collaborate with R D teams to create innovative composite solutions based on customer or market requirements.
• Analyze raw materials and finished products to ensure conformance to specifications and quality standards.
• Investigate and troubleshoot formulation or production issues through root cause analysis.
• Maintain detailed laboratory records, technical reports, and documentation in compliance with internal standards.
• Ensure safe handling and disposal of chemicals, maintaining compliance with EHS regulations.
• Collaborate with suppliers and external labs on material evaluations and analytical support.
• Stay updated on new materials, technologies, and industry trends to support innovation.
• Support product lifecycle management, including improvements to existing formulations.
• Assist in regulatory submissions and maintain compliance with applicable regulations.
• Train and mentor junior chemists or lab technicians in procedures and best practices.
• Present technical findings or recommendations to vendors, customers or to management.
• Spearhead research projects focused on developing novel composite materials.
• Design and formulate composite materials with enhanced mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties.
• Conduct in-depth analyses of material properties and make data-driven recommendations for improvements.
• Work closely with Technical Director and operators to ensure the practical application and manufacturability of developed composites.
• Assist/Support Operations manager in fulfilling Dura Technologies reporting requirements to government agencies. Including AQMD, CARB, Storm water, Hazardous Waste disposal, and ISO.
• Assist in management of formulas through database as well as QA (ISO, ECC etc.)
• Mentor Jr. chemists, and/or Lab Technician by providing guidance and fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment.
• Collaborate with other departments such as Sales, manufacturing, sales support, customers and quality assurance to ensure seamless integration of composite materials into final products.
• Stay abreast of the latest developments in composite material science and related technologies.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement in current processes and materials.
• Other duties as assigned by Management
• Create and maintain up to date all SDS/TDS for all of our products
• Able to operate various lab equipment, such as Instron, QUV weathering tester, etc.

Qualifications:

• Experience with paints, coatings and composites
• Proven track record of leading successful research projects and bringing innovative products to market.
• Ability to write professional, coherent reports on lab work or production evaluations
• Physically able to work in a laboratory and production environment
• Inquisitive mind-set to develop root cause analysis and reverse engineering
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of relevant industry experience in composites, polymers, or materials development, preferred.
• Familiarity with mechanical testing methods (e.g., tensile, flexural, impact testing).
• Knowledge of chemical safety and regulatory compliance (e.g., OSHA, REACH, RoHS).
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to interpret technical data and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$85,000.00

• $100,000.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person