Chemist - Coil Coating
- Full-time
Company Description
Beckers is the number one supplier of coil coatings and a leading supplier of industrial paints worldwide. The company is a true pioneer in providing unique, high-performance coating solutions that improve customer competitiveness while protecting people and planet. With expertise based on its 150-year history, Beckers today is a global company with 1,800 employees in 23 locations in 17 countries, providing products and custom-made solutions to customers in 60 countries around the world. Beckers is owned by Lindéngruppen, a Swedish family business with a focus on the long-term development of industrial companies. Beckers’ corporate headquarters are in Berlin, Germany.
Job Description
Continuous Product Development
Develop and enhance coil coating formulations to align with customer and industry standards.
Maintain product consistency, quality, and performance through ongoing research and development efforts.
Identify and assess new raw materials to improve product features and functionality.
Innovation and System Integration
Integrate new technologies and innovations into existing product lines.
Stay current with industry trends, competitor products, and emerging technologies to implement advanced solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., manufacturing, quality assurance, and marketing) to effectively integrate innovations.
Trials and Product Validation
Plan, execute, and monitor product trials to ensure new developments meet performance and quality criteria.
Conduct online product validation tests to comply with internal and external standards.
Analyze test data and optimize product performance based on findings.
Cost Optimization
Identify and apply strategies for raw material cost savings without sacrificing product quality.
Work closely with procurement and production teams to reduce costs and improve operational efficiency.
Regularly review product formulations to maintain cost-effective solutions.
Health and Safety
Recognize that health and safety is a shared responsibility. Take reasonable care of oneself and others, adhering to Beckers' Environmental Health and Safety policies and procedures.
Actively identify and report unsafe conditions, with EHS Managers, Officers, Supervisors, and above authorized to halt any operations conducted in unsafe conditions
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in chemical formulation, ideally in the coil coating or paint industry.
Additional Information
Strong attention to detail and an innovative mindset.
Strong knowledge of coating chemistry, polymers, resins, and additives.
Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Excellent communication and project management skills