Job Description

Alta Performance Materials US, LLC

Be Part of a Bold New Chapter in Composites Industry, join ALTA Performance Materials

ALTA Performance Materials is the global leader in a broad range of general-purpose and high-performance grades of unsaturated polyester and vinyl ester resins, gelcoats and low-profile additives for the plastics industry. ALTA Performance Materials are used in several global markets: including building materials; corrosion-resistant fibre reinforced plastic; recreation; transportation; and wind energy. The business has operations in multiple locations in the US, Europe, Brazil, India and China.

For decades, we've set the standard for excellence and reliability, elevating the performance in composites. Today, we're writing the next chapter-an independent, future-focused company driven by innovation and a passion for pushing boundaries. Our strength lies in our people: experts and innovators who bring energy and purpose to everything we do. With a portfolio of premium brands and a culture built on trust, proactivity and partnership, we're shaping the future of composites materials. Join us and help define what's next.

We are currently looking for an R&D Chemist to join our team at our Dublin, Ohio location. This role is a key part of our growing organization and offers the opportunity to make a real impact within a dynamic, collaborative environment. If you are passionate about delivering results, building strong partnerships, and contributing to high-performance solutions, we would love to hear from you.

The job holder will be responsible for the development of a line of resins that will address both sustainability and regulatory concerns. As a critical member of this team, this role will be a technical leader driving new developments to advance our understanding of the structure -property relationships that control both processing of our resins to form laminates and performance of those laminates. This role requires strong collaboration within the organization that includes regular interactions with scientists, technicians, technical service, manufacturing, sales and product management.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manage and drive both short-term and long-term projects to completion which will involve technology development/ formulation modifications to meet customer application requirements
• Collaborate across groups to help resolve customer issues, Customer and manufacturing quality issues and improve overall productivity and efficiency related to our efforts
• Effectively communicate throughout the organization
• Up to 20% travel may be required.

In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:

Level of education & Experience in general

• Ph. D. in polymer chemistry or organic chemistry is preferred, but not required
• Will consider bachelor's candidates with degrees in chemistry with minimum 3 years of experience
• Must be self-motivated, well-organized, persistent, team-oriented, and adept at multi-tasking
• Must have excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Must have effective project management skills and use of statistical experimental design practices

ALTA Performance Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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