Development Chemist
Apply now »Date: Jun 15, 2022
Location: Sunshine, AU
Company: AkzoNobel
We’ve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there’s a good chance you’re only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands – including International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.
Job Purpose
Developing and maintaining Coil Paint product portfolio for South Asia, Coil.
Project and product delivery.
Paint Coatings Technologist.
Key Accountabilities
Follow safe work practices for personal and equipment safety
Responsible for delivery of small or non-complex (sub)projects within the R&D function, delivering new product or optimisation of processes as per project plan & deliverables
Provide technical service support to Regional Technical / Commercial team
Evaluate and optimize formulations, so they are designed for consistentcy in the manufacturing plant, and that procedures are followed
Prepare reports that compile and concludes evaluation results and findings, and update guidelines
Key Activities
Responsible for the day to day operations as per LWR or project
Prepare and test samples, using formulation guidelines
Managing and planning project activities
Together with local Technical team, developing the solution on product specification for product portfolio
Liaison with local Technical team to communicate information for new development products/processes at an appropriate stage to allow planning for smooth introduction / transition.
Experience
3-6 years of experience in the Industrial Coatings industry
Good understanding of the Coatings technologies platforms
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry / Polymer Science or equivalent
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, influencing, result oriented, problem solving, project management
Very good English language skills
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry / Polymer Science or equivalent
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.
Requisition ID: 23954