Analytical Research Chemist
Akzo Nobel

Reading, Pennsylvania

Posted in Manufacturing and Production


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Job Info


AkzoNobel has a passion for paint. We're experts in the proud craft of making paints and coatings, setting the standard in color and protection since 1792. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. Headquartered in the Netherlands, we are active in over 150 countries and employ around 34,500 talented people who are passionate about delivering the high-performance products and services our customers expect.

Job Purpose

The position is responsible for undertaking the lab testing activities in a fast-paced environment by performing routine and in depth analytical, physical, & environmental specification testing and / or forensic testing of powder coatings. The successful candidate is actively engaged with technical sales support and constructively interacts with all other U.S. and worldwide personnel to facilitate a well-run organization.

Key Accountabilities

  • Apply scientific principles to perform routine analysis and characterization of samples
  • Provide immediate, active direct support for production and customer problems, in order to rapidly identify root cause and implement permanent corrective action
  • Provide guidance and training on test methods and control of equipment to customers and AkzoNobel personnel from other international locations
  • Oversee and undertake testing projects for internal and external customers
  • Participate in external trade groups as the AkzoNobel representative
  • Interpret testing standards from variety of sources and develop internal procedures to test according to the standards
  • Maintain current awareness of and continually work to make significant extensions to existing technology within areas of expertise
  • Plan, co-ordinate and oversee regularly scheduled preventative maintenance
  • Work with contractors and engineering manager to solve difficult lab testing issues that arise
  • Independently purchase necessary laboratory supplies
  • Identifies Akzo Nobel Intellectual Property and takes action to protect it
  • Responsible for ensuring Laboratory continues to be compliant with applicable ISO standards and to ISO 17025 as necessary
  • Perform other duties as required for the success of Akzo Nobel Coatings Inc

Job Requirements

  • Advanced degree (M.S. and/or Ph.D.) in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science or analytical or testing sciences or a B.S. science degree with 5 or more years experience in coatings science and technology or analytical or testing sciences
  • Must have worked in a testing environment with some leadership or acted as a lead person on testing projects/programs
  • Must be able to write quality customer reports and present information to colleagues and customers
  • Must have the ability to effectively organize and execute technical programs with a potentially high degree of complexity or unknowns to a successful conclusion
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and/or multiple tasks
  • Experience working within multi-cultural and international environment
  • Must be able and willing to travel

AkzoNobel is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable laws, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Requisition ID: 15765

Nearest Major Market: Reading PA


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