Formulation Scientist - Cast Film

Penn Color

  • Hatfield, PA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job Description:At Penn Color, we value versatile, go-getter professionals who thrive on variety and excel at taking initiative. If you are someone who can confidently wear many hats—adapt to new challenges and step into different roles as needed—you’ll fit right in.We’re seeking an experienced individual with a resilient, can-do attitude and background in pigment dispersions, cast sheet applications, and other coating applications. Whether it’s leading a new formulation initiatives, supporting key business objectives, or working directly with customers, you’ll have the chance to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.Bring your creativity, resourcefulness, and drive to Penn Color — where every day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and lead. Ready to take on what’s next? Let’s make it happen together!About the Position:You will be a primary resource for our cast sheet formulations and development. Key responsibilities include multitasking, complex problem-solving, customer interaction, travel, and working in a laboratory setting. The role involves supporting both local and satellite R&D sites, traveling to support key customer trials/meetings, and support of production activities. This position involves working independently and collaborating with other R&D team members, managing individual projects and day-to-day activities, and presenting results both internally and externally. You will maintain a safe 5S and ISO environment, work with various computer programs, and report on work through various forms of media.Responsibilities:
  • Independently formulate solvent based, phthalate, and other 100% solids-based ink and coating dispersions based on extensive knowledge of pigment chemistry, dispersant chemistry, additives, and suppliers.
  • Design and modify experiment sets to solve complex problems within defined project goals, with a preference for experience with DOE and related programs.
  • Research alternative, innovative, and unique solutions to problems, and write reports to support key project goals.
  • Read and interpret academic literature, patents, and articles, while maintaining confidentiality through understanding intellectual property.
  • Write reports and proposals related to technical work, production plans, experimental design, QC specifications, and equipment needs.
  • Work with local and satellite R&D sites to formulate materials that meet global and regional health and safety requirements.
  • Formulate products to meet material inventory requirements using internal resources and industry knowledge.
  • Operate laboratory equipment and guide scale-up processes through expert understanding of lab processing and testing equipment.
  • Execute projects from incoming laboratory requests and support customer discussions to drive commercialization.
  • Resolve technical customer problems using experience and independent research methods and communicate resolutions to the commercial team and customers.
  • Display strong verbal, written, and presentation skills to communicate with internal peers and customers, and lead in-person or virtual meetings.
  • Proficient in computer skills and common programs such as PowerPoint, Excel, Word, OneNote, Oracle, TEAMS, and Outlook, with the ability to learn more complex software as needed.
  • Work safely in a chemical environment and maintain 5S laboratory standards.
  • Lead and participate in technical and non-technical teams with a passion to support the overarching company vision, voicing opinions, compromising, and understanding the impact of decisions.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or related field required
Knowledge/Skills/Experience:
  • Minimum 5-10 years of related experience in the C.A.S.E industry or related field
  • Minimum 5-10 years of related experience in the Cast Sheet industry preferred
  • Ability to work in teams and provide and accept direction
  • Good interpersonal, external, and internal communication skills
Penn Color offers many tangible and intangible benefits:Tangible benefits include:
  • Highly competitive compensation
  • A choice between 3 outstanding medical plans
  • 401K with a strong company match
  • PTO to balance your life
  • Additional company perks
  • And More!
Our intangible benefits really set us apart:
  • Unmatched company stability
  • Long-term career opportunity
  • True open door, friendly environment
  • Ability to "own" your role
  • Company events that bring us all together
If you desire a long-term career, want to work alongside an exceptional group of people, and wish to use your talents to shape a world-class company, then we are your employer of choice!Penn Color, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regards to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or any other protected categories. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given an equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

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