We are seeking a proactive Plant Chemist to join our high-achieving team at Actalent in Milwaukee, WI.
Growing your career as a Full Time Plant Chemist is an outstanding opportunity to develop key skills.
If you are strong in leadership, planning and have the right work ethic for the job, then apply for the position of Plant Chemist at Actalent today!
Description:
Conduct such tests as weight per gallon, viscosity, color measurements, sag resistance or other tests as assigned.
Use specialized measuring and weighing equipment to determine characteristics of batches.
Test for NVM, adhesion or other physical specifications as required using standard laboratory equipment.
Notify Supervisor in event of questionable results.
Physically adjust out of specification constants with chemical additions to material based on test results or supervisory guidance.
Make independent decisions regarding batch quality.
Direct manufacturing in correcting problem batches, tinting procedures, etc.
Keep accurate records.
Maintain a neat working area.
Develop products and solve technical issues with a relatively minor amount of direction.
Provide technical assistance for existing accounts.
Build knowledge of analytical methods for solving problems.
Train production.
Work with production personnel to solve problems.
Plan activities for support personnel.
Reduce or rework distressed products on hand to reduce inventory.
As part of the housekeeping procedures, the employee may be involved with the disposal of hazardous waste. The initial training of how to properly dispose of hazardous waste will be performed by the Environmental and Safety Coordinator or the department supervisor. Annual training of the same will be performed by the
Environmental and Safety Coordinator.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills:
chemistry, batch testing
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Chemistry
Viscosity
Color Matching
Formulation
Paint
Coating
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent connects passion with purpose. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts that drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 engineering and sciences consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. An operating company of Allegis Group, the global leader in talent solutions, Actalent launched as a new specialized engineering and sciences services and workforce solutions brand in 2021.
Benefits of working as a Plant Chemist in Milwaukee, WI:
? Excellent benefits
? Advancement opportunities
? Attractive packageCompetitive Pay
