R&D Analytical Chemist 1

Job Description

Auriga Polymers Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Indorama Ventures PLC is seeking an Analytical Chemist to join our group located at our Spartanburg, SC facility. We are looking for a highly motivated professional with demonstrated capabilities. A successful individual in this role must have strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Key resin innovation team member
• Ensure ability to characterize new materials using current or develop new methods
• Complete analytical testing and facilitate data reviews to enable accelerated learning
• Provide well written documentation with clarity on conclusions and potential next steps
• Develop methods, write SOPs, and conduct gage R&R studies, to ensure method performance and ability to transfer efficiently from R&D to commercial labs
• Active participant in ideation and brainstorming sessions
• Ensure that the Critical-to-Satisfaction (CTS) design documentation has the proper specifications and ability to measure necessary characteristics in support of quality and performance
• Work with cross-functional group to ensure results meet project time and quality expectations
• Perform all activities in accordance with safety policies and requirements, including wearing necessary PPE
• Identify opportunities to accelerate the new product development cycle by implementing, acquiring, or developing new and improved analytical test methods
• Utilize Six Sigma processes and tools to benefit problem solving and method development
• Understanding of Wet Chemistry
• Ability to make standard solutions
• Knowledge of DSC, TGA, GPC, GC/GCMS, HPLC, SEM/EDX, PSA

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Material Science, or similar field
• Polymer or Organic chemistry knowledge desired
• Self-starter, ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to multi-task and work well in Teams
• 3 years working in R&D labs and on design projects
• Effective utilizing instrumentation such as GC/GCMS, HPLC, DSC, TGA, GPC, SEM and FT-IR to solve problems in a R&D setting.
• Capable of analyzing data using statistical software tools such as Minitab
• Credible Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma experiences
• Capable of safely handling and disposing of chemicals
• Ability to complete routine instrumentation maintenance, trouble shooting and minor repairs
• Ability to interact with external labs and vendors

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to satisfy all the physical requirements and working conditions for this position with or without reasonable accommodation for this position.
• Ability to stand/walk on hard surfaces (concrete, steel, wood) for significant amounts of time.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms elevated above shoulder level or elbows held away from body.
• Ability to flex, extend, rotate all arms, wrists, neck
• Ability to bend, squat, and kneel
• Lift and/or move up to 40 lbs & push/pull 100 pounds.
• Willing and able to wear and use prescribed personal protective equipment

We are an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V

Drug tests are required unless prohibited by state law

This employer uses E-Verify

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $65,000