Product Development Chemist at Judge Group

Location: Minneapolis, MN
Salary: $90,000.00 USD Annually - $105,000.00 USD Annually
Description:

Position Responsibilities:

• Prioritize safety as the top concern for all employees.
• Lead the development of new adhesive, sealant, coating, and foam products by creating development strategies, setting experimental plans, and overseeing their execution in collaboration with the engineering team.
• Translate customer requirements and market insights into actionable product specifications and features.
• Develop a thorough understanding of products and applications to guide the team and support project work.
• Participate in trade shows and industry technical meetings to track technology trends, drive innovation, and ensure compliance.
• Regularly review projects to address challenges and meet deadlines while maintaining project quality.
• Foster continuous improvement and champion the use of Lean tools for consistent quality.
• Provide engineering support and direction to Manufacturing on production issues and equipment layout.
• Establish and maintain rigorous quality control measures, including testing protocols and corrective actions.
• Serve as a technical resource for external code and approval authorities.

Position Requirements:

• Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Polymer, or Material Science (Master’s or Ph.D. preferred).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Collaborative, proactive, and action-oriented team player.
• Successful track record of cross-functional collaboration in product development.
• Product design experience, preferably related to construction applications (knowledge of polyurethane adhesive or coating is helpful).
• Positive attitude and sound judgment.
• Strong sense of responsibility and ownership.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in high-noise areas with appropriate hearing protection.
• Skill in operating a motor vehicle while maintaining safe driving practices and avoiding distractions, especially cell phones.
• Physical capabilities include walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, using hands to handle objects, reaching, climbing, and occasionally lifting/pushing/pulling up to 25 pounds. 

Contact: jmcguire@judge.com