Company Description
BASF/Chemetall , is the Surface Treatment global business unit of BASF’s Coatings division, operating under the Chemetall brand, and a leading supplier of applied surface treatments worldwide.
At BASF/Chemetall , we develop and manufacture tailor-made technology and system solutions for applied surface technology. Our products protect metals from corrosion, facilitate forming and treatment, prepare parts optimally for the painting process and ensure excellent coating adhesion. Our technologies and products are used in a variety of industries and end markets such as automotive, aerospace, aluminum finishing and metal forming.
The chemical treatment of metal surfaces is BASF/Chemetall core competence. The focus of our worldwide activities is on the development and implementation of customized technology and system solutions for surface treatment.
Description
The Chemist – Cleaners position requires a combination of strong laboratory, field application, communication, and interpersonal skills. This a great opportunity for a motivated and dynamic individual in a new technology area working with an international team. There is high potential for growth that will be challenging and highly rewarding.
The ideal candidate will develop new products, product modifications and test procedures for the evaluation of these products. This position interfaces with Business Development and Manufacturing to solve customers’ technical problems and introduce new products. They will recommend appropriate products for customers’ operations and provide technical consultation/advice to the Field Sales force and Field Application Engineers.
Where The Chemistry Happens:
The Chemist - Cleaners position will work in a team environment under the supervision of Regional Cleaner & Aerospace Tech Lead to develop new cleaners products in support of the company’s innovation initiative for cleaning business.
This position is onsite Monday through Friday at our New Providence, NJ Corporate Headquarters.
Formula for Success:
Product Development
- Completion of all work with a commitment & focus on following all aspects of the guiding principles of BASF Responsible Care
- Plan and conduct research activities as a project leader or under the guidance of group leader to achieve project goals.
- Formulate and develop new cleaners. Modify standard products for improved performance. Participate in field testing of new products.
- Develop new testing procedures. Assist in technology transfer from other companies or divisions. Write specifications for raw materials and products.
- Supports sales and customers by providing accurate and timely results and lab reports.
- Devise manufacturing procedures and process
- Modify standard products for improved performance.
- Write specifications for raw materials and products.
- Assist in technology transfer from other companies or divisions.
Technical Support
- Develop optimum operating parameters for Chemetall/BASF products.
- Provide technical advice to the sales force, field engineers and the customers.
- Write or provide technical information for Profiles, Process Instructions, and other technical literature.
- Conduct technical training sessions as requested.
- Provide technical support for manufacturing.
- Support for aerospace and non-destructive testing (NDT) related products if needed
Professional Development
- Continuously upgrade technical skills by working in the laboratories and consulting with other technical personnel, staying abreast of technical developments in the field, reading technical journals and learning new methods of analysis
- Work with Chemetall/BASF’s Equipment Engineering group as required to better understand dispensing and control equipment.
- Attend industry seminars and in-house seminars to keep current with new technologies.
- Polish written and verbal communication skills
- Improve computer skills.
- Search and evaluate new patents.
- Interact with vendor representatives for new information on raw materials.
Laboratory Support
- Ensure work area is maintained in a safe manner.
- Maintain laboratory equipment in peak operating condition in accordance with Chemetall/BASF Quality system.
- All activities and functions to follow Chemetall/BASF Quality Systems and Procedures
Ingredients for Success:
- Bachelors degree is required; Masters/Ph.D. in Chemistry is preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of technical experience in industrial cleaning, pretreatment, or coating is required; knowledge of surfactants, polymers, and surface chemistry is preferred.
- lab Support: passion for working in a lab environment.
- Knowledge of good laboratory practices and maintain a safe working environment.
- Strong experience with formulations.
- Experience with patents.
- Technical Support: hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation and analytical instrument troubleshooting.
- Develop new cleaner products: passion for continuously learning and applying new tools for developing new products.
- Self-motivated, positive attitude and works well in a fast-paced group environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with co-workers of various technical levels and other business functions.
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral commutation skills.
- Strong organization skills.
- Some travel required for scale ups or customer visits.