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OMG Roofing Products Product Development Chemist in Agawam, Massachusetts
Product Development Chemist - Roofing Products Job Description Senior Professional within the Chemistry job family. Complete knowledge and full understanding of area of specialization, principles and practices within a professional discipline. Assesses unusual circumstances and uses sophisticated analytical and problem solving techniques to identify cause. Resolves and assesses a wide range of issues in creative ways and suggests variations in approach. This job is the fully qualified, experienced professional, journey-level position. Complexity & Problem Solving: Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of information requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Devises solutions based on limited information and precedent and adapts existing approaches to resolve issues. Uses evaluation, judgment, and interpretation to select right course of action. Work is done independently and is reviewed at critical points. Collaboration & Interaction: Enhances relationships and networks with senior internal/external partners who are not familiar with the subject matter often requiring persuasion. Adapts style to differing audiences and often advises others on difficult matters. Position Requirements Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Polymer, or Material science. (Master\'s or Ph.D. preferred). Excellent communication skills (written and oral). Team player, self-starter, and action oriented. Successful track record of collaborating cross-functionally in a product development environment. Product design experience, preferably related to construction applications. Polyurethane adhesive or coating experience helpful. Positive attitude and good judgment. Strong sense of responsibility and ownership. Physical Requirements Ability to work in high-noise areas and wear appropriate hearing protection devices. Ability to operate a motor vehicle while maintaining focus on safe driving and avoiding all distractions when behind the wheel, especially cell phones. Ability to walk, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance; and occasionally lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds. Must be able to complete all essential job functions listed in the position responsibilities, with or without reasonable accommodation.
