Chemist II

Full Time
Waterbury, CT 06702
Posted
Job description

Business Overview

MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions is a global supplier of industrial metal and plastic finishing chemistries. We primarily design and manufacture chemical systems that protect and decorate surfaces. Our high-performance functional coatings improve resistance to wear and tear, such as hard chrome plating of shock absorbers for cars or provide corrosion resistance for appliance parts. Our decorative performance coatings apply finishes for parts in various end markets such as automotive interiors or jewelry surfaces. As part of our broader sustainable solutions platform, we also provide both chemistry and equipment for turnkey wastewater treatment and recycle and reuse solutions. Our industrial customer base is highly diverse and includes customers in the following end markets: appliances and electronics equipment; automotive parts; industrial parts; plumbing goods; construction equipment and transportation equipment. MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions is a business unit of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI). Element Solutions Inc is a leading specialty chemicals company whose businesses supply a broad range of solutions that enhance the products people use every day.

Job Purpose

Performs laboratory procedures for testing and reporting of manufactured items or customer solutions.

Job Responsibilities

  • Follow written analytical procedures for testing of manufactured concentrates or customer solution samples, including Plating tests, Volumetric and Gravimetric analysis, Instrumental analysis, etc…
    • Perform calculations associated for the test results.
    • Enter samples, test results etc… into WinLIMS data management system, review and validate results.
  • Communicate status of testing samples to Supervisors and Laboratory staff.
  • Submits results for approval to the Laboratory Supervisor/Manager.
  • Validates established methods.
  • Troubleshoots and makes recommendations concerning product quality
  • Store hazardous materials in the proper locations and dispose of hazardous waste properly.
  • Work with Quality Assurance personnel to investigate any product quality issues.
  • Use and promote the Six Sigma methodology
  • Emphasis on 5-S
  • Attend required HSE training including Hazardous Waste Management, emergency response, and Hazard Communication, and demonstrate an acceptable level of understanding of topics.
  • Operate equipment and follow procedures in accordance with ISO 9000 and ISO 14001 standards.
  • Maintain housekeeping standards in laboratory work areas.
  • Follows all safety procedures including general site safety rules and Chemical Hygiene Plan.

Requirements & Qualifications

  • Proficiency in performing manual titrations.
  • Knowledge of instrumental analysis.
    • UV/VIS Spectrophotometers
    • Autotitration
    • pH Meters
  • Working knowledge of gravimetric assays.
  • Working knowledge of computer software.
    • Office Software: Excel, MS Word, Lotus Notes
    • Laboratory Software: LIMS systems, Minitab

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Chemistry or Relevant industry

Relevant Industries

Water Treatment
Waste-Water Treatment
Surface Finishing
Chemicals

EEO Statement

Element Solutions, Inc. is an E-Verify Company and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job applicant procedures. Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

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