Chemist

Madico is a local Manufacturer and supplier of Window film with proven industry leadership, and we have entered growth mode. We are seeking a local individual for our Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Coordinator position.  This is an exciting onsite opportunity for a local candidate.  Madico offers a robust benefits package to include several options of medical, dental, vision, and supplemental healthcare plans, company paid life-insurance and short-term/long-term disability.  You are also eligible for paid vacation and holiday time and enrollment in our 401k account with a generous match.

JOB SUMMARY:

To evaluate the physical and chemical properties of various window film components and constructions in order to determine their suitability for existing, new and improved window film products

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONISIBILITIES:

1. Conduct in-house and outsourced accelerated ageing tests on window film components and products using QUV and Xenon Arc weatherometers, outside test panels, and other test methods.  Measure and record film properties at regular intervals, interpret results, and summarize final results and conclusions in written reports.
2. Assist in the development of new and improved window films by sourcing new materials, making and testing sample constructions in the laboratory, arranging and overseeing production trials, quantifying performance properties, and by establishing robust production processes.
3. Analyze the properties of films and chemicals in order to assist with quality control, troubleshooting, creation of performance property data sheets, competitor film analysis, and other general purposes.
4. Ensure that all laboratory equipment remains in good working order (by performing proper maintenance) and that it is calibrated on a regular basis in line with established internal and ISO requirements.  Receive up to date training on equipment.
5. Assist in the identification, evaluation, and qualification of alternative, new, and improved raw materials.
6. Communicate with raw material suppliers on quality-related issues, and perform all necessary steps to initiate corrective actions and to validate/initiate payment of claims for defective materials.
7. Generate ideas for new products/ processes. 
8. Visit suppliers, customers, and test laboratories in order to better understand and utilize outside resources as well as to foster good working relationships.
9. Attend appropriate trade shows, seminars, workshops, and other technically-oriented industry gatherings in order to enhance knowledge base.
10. Follow and support all company policies, including working in a safe manner and helping promote the importance of safety throughout the company.
11. Help achieve the company’s Quality Policy goals and actively support the ISO process.
12. Support Production and Sales/ Marketing on technical issues.
13. Perform other duties as assigned

MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (QMS/EMS) RESPONSIBILITIES:

•        Participate, or assist, in identifying how the work that you do that affects the quality, or impacts the environmental aspects of the products or services we provide to customer(s)
•        Improve your work processes
•        Write procedures or work instructions that describe your work
•        Provide input and verify that documented procedures are adequate and accurate
•        Understand and use your work/job instructions
•        Understand our quality and environmental policies and how they apply to you
•        Keep records and data
•        Participate in internal audits
•        Participate in ongoing process improvement
•        Participate in external registration and surveillance audits

Working conditions are normal for a laboratory and a manufacturing environment.  This position may require occasional weekend and/or evening work. The employee is responsible for using the proper personal protective equipment.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering Preferred 
• Experience performing chemistry-related research in an academic or industrial environment.
• Working knowledge and experience with testing techniques appropriate to plastic films and organic coatings, such as measurement of tensile properties, thermal properties, weathering properties, optical properties, adhesive and cohesive properties, and UV-cured coating properties. 
• Ability to design experiments, to follow a scientific method, to analyze results, and to write coherent informative reports.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret common scientific and technical journals.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as computer simulations, statistics, and regular math such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, permutations, and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Good computer skills and experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS (The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.)