Technical Service Chemist

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We are looking for:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Technical Service Chemist/Engineer to join our Polymer Additives team. This role is responsible for providing technical support to customers and internal teams, with a strong emphasis on hands-on polymer processing. The ideal candidate will have experience with polymer additives, laboratory testing, and polymer processing equipment such as extrusion, injection molding, and compression molding.

We count on you for:

• Prepare resin/additive formulations and produce test specimens using injection and compression molding to support both existing product testing for customer projects and new product development (NPI projects).

• Perform hands-on laboratory operations, including polymer processing, color and gloss measurement, physical property testing, and data analysis.

• Prepare presentations and project updates for customer-related and NPI projects.

• Document and update laboratory procedures in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Maintain calibration and maintenance schedules for laboratory equipment.

• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues with laboratory equipment.

• Coordinate and execute Joint Customer Technical Service Work Requests (TSRs) in a timely manner.

• Collaborate with field Technical Service and Sales teams to provide monthly data summaries and project updates.

• Maintain a regional database of all completed and active projects, including documentation of commercial outcomes.

• Stay current with technological developments in core market segments.

• Coordinate with third-party laboratories and Stamford Analytical to complete required analyses.

You will bring:

• Associate degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, or Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) with 0+ years of experience in Plastics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer & Material Science, or a related field.

• Hands-on experience with polymer processing equipment (extrusion, compounding, injection molding, compression molding) preferred.

• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in polymer processing environments.

• Proficient in operating polymer processing and testing equipment: injection molding, polymer extruder, colorimeter, gloss meter, Instron, thermal oven, melt-flow tester, heated press, UV-Vis, FT-IR, etc.

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and the ability to interpret complex data.

• Customer-focused with a commercial and marketing mindset.

• Proactive, flexible, and able to take initiative.

• Creative and open to new ideas.

• Excellent presentation and communication skills.

• Effective team player with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Committed to understanding and meeting customer needs.
  
  

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits

• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $78,500.00 to $103,000.00 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.

• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations

• Training platform for all employees

• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
• Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.