Research Chemist
Key Responsibilities (not all inclusive):
Ability to design lab evaluation protocols and follow up with detailed reports providing additional research directions and/or recommendations Plan and assist in plant trials and or field tests as required during product development, raw material development, or process development projects.
Work with vendors to develop and qualify new raw materials for cost reduction/quality improvement.
Evaluate plant production for conformance to specifications and suitability for gypsum board manufacture and/or manufacture of specialty board products.
Support lab technicians including training, and coordination of activities in support of physical property testing, product support/improvement and new product development efforts.
Support purchasing by managing the development and qualification of new raw materials and new vendors for existing raw material Work with purchasing, manufacturing, and suppliers to develop and qualify new materials for cost reductions, quality improvements, or added features and benefits as assigned.
Contribute to a safe, injury-free work environment.
Position Requirements Minimum Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related physical science.
Minimum of three years in a laboratory environment, laboratory testing, product improvement, and product development.
Strong commitment to safety, and the ability to maintain an orderly and safe workplace.
Basic understanding of products/processes and relevant materials is essential.
Demonstrate proficiency in verbal and written communication, with an understanding of planning and work organization.
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
This would include both air and automobile travel.
Ability to consistently work in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation with all internal as well as external constituents.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Competitive salary; Comprehensive benefits to include:
o Medical o Dental o Vision o 401(k) with employer match o Retirement Account o Parental Leave o Fertility Services o Adoption Assistance o Paid Vacation o Paid Holidays o Tuition Reimbursement o Life Insurance o Short-Term and Long-Term Disability o Flexible spending accounts o Wellness Program with medical premium incentives And more -COVID Vaccine Personal Choice Employer -Interested / Qualified candidates, please apply online -No phone calls or third-party recruiters, please -Employment ready applicants only COMPANY INFORMATION:
National Gypsum Company, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is the exclusive service provider of reliable, high-performance building products marketed under the Gold Bond , ProForm and PermaBASE brands.
The National Gypsum name - through its Gold Bond , ProForm and PermaBASE product lines - has been synonymous with high-quality, innovative products, and exceptional customer service since 1925.
For decades, we have saved our customers time and money by providing the industry's best, most reliable building products, resources and services.
We are Building Products for a Better Future one project at a time.
National Gypsum Company operates as a family of companies working together toward a common goal with collaboration and open communication.
Our corporate entities include:
NG Corporate, LLC; National Gypsum Services Company; Gold Bond Building Products, LLC; Gold Bond Canada, LLC; ProForm Finishing Products, LLC; PermaBASE Building Products, LLC; and Unifix Inc.
HIRING ENTITY:
NATIONAL GYPSUM SERVICES COMPANY The above information on this description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work.
It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an associate assigned to this position.
The company enforces a tobacco-free policy at all its locations.
All National Gypsum Company and corporate affiliate companies, including:
NG Corporate, LLC, National Gypsum Services Company, Gold Bond Building Products, LLC, Gold Bond Canada, LLC, ProForm Finishing Products, LLC, PermaBASE Building Products, LLC and Unifix Inc , are Equal Opportunity Employers.
Please visit www.
nationalgypsum.
com to view all of our exciting employment opportunities.
Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation.
Pre-employment drug screening is required.
All companies participate in E-Verify.
E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.
S.
Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.
www.
dhs.
gov/e-verify.
Recommended Skills Biochemistry Communication Engineering Process Development Product Design Purchasing Process Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Ability to design lab evaluation protocols and follow up with detailed reports providing additional research directions and/or recommendations Plan and assist in plant trials and or field tests as required during product development, raw material development, or process development projects.
Work with vendors to develop and qualify new raw materials for cost reduction/quality improvement.
Evaluate plant production for conformance to specifications and suitability for gypsum board manufacture and/or manufacture of specialty board products.
Support lab technicians including training, and coordination of activities in support of physical property testing, product support/improvement and new product development efforts.
Support purchasing by managing the development and qualification of new raw materials and new vendors for existing raw material Work with purchasing, manufacturing, and suppliers to develop and qualify new materials for cost reductions, quality improvements, or added features and benefits as assigned.
Contribute to a safe, injury-free work environment.
Position Requirements Minimum Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related physical science.
Minimum of three years in a laboratory environment, laboratory testing, product improvement, and product development.
Strong commitment to safety, and the ability to maintain an orderly and safe workplace.
Basic understanding of products/processes and relevant materials is essential.
Demonstrate proficiency in verbal and written communication, with an understanding of planning and work organization.
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
This would include both air and automobile travel.
Ability to consistently work in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation with all internal as well as external constituents.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Competitive salary; Comprehensive benefits to include:
o Medical o Dental o Vision o 401(k) with employer match o Retirement Account o Parental Leave o Fertility Services o Adoption Assistance o Paid Vacation o Paid Holidays o Tuition Reimbursement o Life Insurance o Short-Term and Long-Term Disability o Flexible spending accounts o Wellness Program with medical premium incentives And more -COVID Vaccine Personal Choice Employer -Interested / Qualified candidates, please apply online -No phone calls or third-party recruiters, please -Employment ready applicants only COMPANY INFORMATION:
National Gypsum Company, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is the exclusive service provider of reliable, high-performance building products marketed under the Gold Bond , ProForm and PermaBASE brands.
The National Gypsum name - through its Gold Bond , ProForm and PermaBASE product lines - has been synonymous with high-quality, innovative products, and exceptional customer service since 1925.
For decades, we have saved our customers time and money by providing the industry's best, most reliable building products, resources and services.
We are Building Products for a Better Future one project at a time.
National Gypsum Company operates as a family of companies working together toward a common goal with collaboration and open communication.
Our corporate entities include:
NG Corporate, LLC; National Gypsum Services Company; Gold Bond Building Products, LLC; Gold Bond Canada, LLC; ProForm Finishing Products, LLC; PermaBASE Building Products, LLC; and Unifix Inc.
HIRING ENTITY:
NATIONAL GYPSUM SERVICES COMPANY The above information on this description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work.
It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an associate assigned to this position.
The company enforces a tobacco-free policy at all its locations.
All National Gypsum Company and corporate affiliate companies, including:
NG Corporate, LLC, National Gypsum Services Company, Gold Bond Building Products, LLC, Gold Bond Canada, LLC, ProForm Finishing Products, LLC, PermaBASE Building Products, LLC and Unifix Inc , are Equal Opportunity Employers.
Please visit www.
nationalgypsum.
com to view all of our exciting employment opportunities.
Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation.
Pre-employment drug screening is required.
All companies participate in E-Verify.
E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.
S.
Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.
www.
dhs.
gov/e-verify.
Recommended Skills Biochemistry Communication Engineering Process Development Product Design Purchasing Process Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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