Research Chemist I
Sunstar Engineering Americas is currently seeking a Chemist I to join our R&D Department located at our Springboro locations.
Company Overview
Sunstar Engineering Americas, Inc., is a leading automotive supplier for more than 50 years specializing in the design and manufacture of superior adhesives, coating and sealants products which are designed to improve the quality and safety of the vehicle.
Sunstar prides itself on cultivating a culture that focuses on morale of the team base with clear communication, work-life flexibility, competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
We are dedicated to protecting and conserving the earth’s resources. We will continually improve as we strive to prevent pollution, comply with all legal requirements, and reduce our environmental impact.
Essential Duties
As a Chemist I, it is your responsibility to perform all of the following duties with supervision.
- Gain knowledge of project and materials.
- Communication with Section Manager to determine Goals and Timeline.
- Set and understand project performance targets and restrictions.
- Research raw materials for use and design.
- Research previous design, benchmarks, previous success and failures (problems).
- Provide Ownership / Support for assigned projects.
- Prepare schedule for project with objectives and milestones.
- Select raw materials for use (based on Quality, Price, Supply, TSCA, DSL, etc.)
- Prepare Formulation Designs and Process Design with approval.
- Make materials and test according to specification.
- Learn to develop new methods for testing, processing, etc.
- Test compatibility with process, other materials, etc.
- Use problem solving skills to eliminate undesired results.
- Use PDCA (Plan Do Check Act) to solve problems.
- Use evaluation skills to judge overall product quality.
- Prepare presentations for Project internal and external.
- Prepare quality standard for material (SIS or MSS).
- Learn and Use Sunstar’s APQP system
- Participate in Design review process.
- Participate in Cross functional team meeting (work with other departments).
- Use Quality Analysis and Risk Analysis tools to make best decisions.
- Prepare Design FEMA with supervision.
- Establish clear quality goals for project, SIIS, internal standard.
- Assist Manufacturing with Project
- Learn manufacturing process.
- Support New and Existing Projects
- Ship samples for necessary confirmation testing.
- Learn customer process to ensure compatibility.
- Support Daily Operation of Research Department
- Follow department procedures: 5S, ISO14001, OSHA, Labeling, Safety, etc.
- Improvements of Laboratory Facility: New Equipment, Maintenance, Calibration.
- Order Materials, Label, Stock, Perform waste characterization (RCRA)
- Prepare Monthly Report Detailing Project Status, Activities, and Planned Actions.
This position is also required to perform other related duties as assigned by the department manager or president
Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry or chemical related field and 1-2 years of research and development laboratory experience. Must have strong organizational and verbal and written communication skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft process (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access). Basic understanding of laboratory, environmental, and safety procedures is a must. Lifting of 50 lbs when required. Self starter and work with little to no supervision. Some travel required.