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Penn Color, Inc. · 2 days ago

Senior Scientist - Solventborne & Waterborne Dispersions

Hatfield, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Penn Color, Inc. is seeking a Senior Scientist who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and tackle diverse tasks related to ink and coating dispersions. The role involves formulating products, collaborating with various teams, and leading projects from conception to commercialization.

Manufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Independently formulate water, solvent-based, and 100% solids-based ink and coating dispersions based on extensive knowledge of pigment chemistry, dispersant chemistry, additives, and suppliers

Design and modify experiment sets to solve complex problems within defined project goals, with a preference for experience with DOE and related programs

Research alternative, innovative, and unique solutions to problems, and write proposals to support project goals

Read and interpret academic literature, patents, and articles, while maintaining confidentiality through understanding intellectual property

Write reports and proposals related to technical work, production plans, experimental design, QC specifications, and equipment needs

Implement proposals independently or upon management approval

Work with local and satellite R&D sites to formulate materials that meet global and regional health and safety requirements

Formulate products to meet material inventory requirements using internal resources and industry knowledge

Operate laboratory equipment and guide scale-up processes through expert understanding of lab processing and testing equipment

Drive projects from conception to commercialization

Analyze and interpret complex experimental data and report results to leadership for internal updates, marketing activities, and distributor trainings

Resolve technical customer problems using experience and independent research methods and communicate resolutions to the commercial team and customers

Display strong verbal, written, and presentation skills to communicate with internal peers and customers, and lead in-person or virtual meetings

Proficient in computer skills and common programs such as PowerPoint, Excel, Word, OneNote, Oracle, TEAMS, and Outlook, with the ability to learn more complex software as needed

Work safely in a chemical environment and maintain 5S laboratory standards

Lead and participate in technical and non-technical teams with a passion to support the overarching company vision, voicing opinions, compromising, and understanding the impact of decisions

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Pigment chemistryDispersant chemistryExperimental designLaboratory equipment operationC.A.S.E industry experienceTechnical writingComputer proficiencyTeam collaborationCommunication skillsProblem-solvingPresentation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in chemistry or related field required

Minimum 5-10 years of related experience in the C.A.S.E industry or related field

Ability to work in teams and provide and accept direction

Good interpersonal, external, and internal communication skills