Scientist I - DAP Global Inc.

DAP is looking to hire a Product Support Scientist in R&D Department.

As a Product Support Scientist, you will aid Operations, Sales and Marketing through raw material substitutions, cost savings, product improvement and product comparisons. This is an entry level position reporting to the R&D Director of Product Support. Specific responsibilities include:

Responsibilities:

• Work under supervision on projects to reduce cost or improve processes, qualify new raw materials and develop analytical and mechanical testing methods.
• Collaborate with the Product Support team and plant engineers/quality control managers to develop manufacturing capability and procedures for new and existing products; 
• Work closely with DAP associates to provide assistance to sales and Marketing by benchmarking of competitive products;
• Conduct plant trials to qualify new formulas and raw materials;
• Perform analytical testing and summarize data per industry standards and internally developed test methods;
• Promote and champion laboratory safety, housekeeping, and preventive maintenance;
• Participate in the Laboratory Quality Management System functions;
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory instruments. 

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or related field;
• A passion for chemistry, science, problem solving, and creativity;
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication and presentation skills;
• A breadth of technical knowledge and a keen interest in learning from others.
• Possess innovation skills evident as risk taking, result seeking, and idea integration;
• Hands-on bench experience with various chemistries (latex, moisture curing, reactive, etc.) in sealants, adhesives, coatings, repair or related field;
• Bench chemistry experience and familiarity with various analytical techniques: wet chemistry, titrations, microscopy, rheology, thermal analysis, tensile testing, etc.;
• Experience operating lab scale mixing equipment as well as lab scale analytical and testing apparatus.

About DAP

DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products. DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.3 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services.

You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores. DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world.

At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers. Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs and more! Learn more about DAP’s history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/

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