A cutting edge, high-quality producer of Honeycomb composites client of Insight Global, is seeking an accomplished and innovative Chemical Engineer or Chemist with a strong background in the research and development of adhesives and coatings. This role will be instrumental in product development and project execution. Individuals in this role should bring a high level of technical knowledge and experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams. This position will act as a scientific advisor to Plascore leadership on a broad range of technical and manufacturing issues and projects.

Key Responsibilities include:
Design and supervise the development of coatings, adhesives, and processes to meet customer requirements.
Plans, organizes, and executes research and development on new or existing projects, products, or processes.
Develop test programs to determine compatibility of products under various chemical exposures.
Formulate new adhesives and coatings to meet various customer or product performance demands.
Develop and determine chemical solutions for the surface treatment of materials to be coated and/or bonded.
Write process instructions on how to mix materials and evaluate for quality and consistency.
Evaluate quality and consistency of adhesives, resins, and substrates.
Monitor safety on all operations involving chemicals and train operators on safety procedures.
Recommend and evaluate equipment for mixing chemicals, ensuring safety.
Serve as contact person for all emissions and chemical regulatory matters.
Scientific advisor to all Business Unit Managers.
Participate in improving our product, processes, equipment, and methods.
Perform all reasonably related duties as assigned.

Employee Benefits
Vacation, Sick Days and Paid Holidays
Health, Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability Insurance
Flex Spending Accounts
401k with company match
Tuition and Education Assistance
Bonus Plans
Parental Leave

Salary Range: $100,000-$200,000 max (Relocation package is offered if candidate is not local)

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Required Skills & Experience

Completed a 4-year degree in Chemical Engineering or similar specialized field.
15+ years of progressive work experience within the chemical field
Ideally with structural adhesives, coatings, epoxy, aerospace materials, etc.
Must be able to work independently along with having high analytical skills.
Ability to find solutions to unusual and difficult problems.

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

MS in engineering/scientific discipline

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.