Technical Applications Development Chemist at ZEON Chemicals Inc – Louisville, Kentucky

Who We Are:

Do you want to work for a company named to the Best Places to Work in Rubber and Plastics? Zeon Chemicals is the leading developer and supplier of innovative polymers, including synthetic elastomers and specialty chemicals and other selected products used in countless applications worldwide. We develop superior elastomers for the hottest parts of automotive engines, polymers for longer lasting laser printer rolls, and synthetic rubber to survive oil wells' most aggressive fluids.

Our team is outstanding at what they do, and we enjoy a great company culture and work environment. This combination truly makes us a best place to work!

Purpose:

The Applications Development Chemist is responsible for developing new commercial applications for Zeon polymers. This position develops projects in an assigned product/customer area; contributes to the preparation, presentation, and follow-up of proposals, plans and organizes research effort; analyzes research outcomes and makes recommendations to the ZCLP team and ZCLP customers.

Job Functions/Accountabilities:

Product Development Activities

• Plan, conduct, and direct projects of major importance related to developing new commercial applications
• Apply technical knowledge in support of customers’ use of products and develop business relationships within all areas of supply chain
• Resolve technical problems requiring application of knowledge
• Originate and apply new and unique problem-solving approach

Business Development Activities

• Develop and maintain customer relationships alongside others on the Applications Team
• Prepare and present technical info to interested parties (customers, technical meetings, etc.)
• Analyze research and make technical recommendations regarding product-line

Reporting Activities

• Prepare monthly reports
• Write research reports upon completion of projects

Collaboration

• Collaborate with and provide technical advice to other professionals inside and outside the organization
• Exchange information with other chemists and scientists through professional organizations

Compliance

• Comply with all Safety, Health, and Environmental policies & procedures
• Adhere to the ZCLP’s Integrated Management System

Other Responsibilities

• Work with latitude for action or decision that may be in cooperation with supervisor
• Continuously seek ways to improve the performance of the facility's operation
• Ensure customers' (both internal and external) needs are met
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor or management
• Travel Required: minimum 15% Domestic & International

Qualifications:

Education and Certifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or a related field is required.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the Rubber Industry or other related industry.

Special Qualifications:

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits:

Zeon employees enjoy growth opportunities as well as a highly competitive salary and benefits program.

Zeon Chemicals does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.