Axalta Coating Systems
Industrial Coatings
Scientist
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“Scientist at Axalta Coating Systems. Skills: fundamental understanding of coatings technology, Development and optimization of coatings formulas, product testing, design of experiments, statistical tools, scale-up and support of the formulas in the manufacturing area. advance our fundamental understanding of coatings technology. aligning development testing with our strategic business needs”
Industry & Context.
problem solving capabilities; assist in problem solving production issues
Willingness and ability to travel 5-10%
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
BS/MS/PhD Degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science or Coatings, at least 2 years of practical R&D experience, fundamental understanding of coatings technology, including knowledge of resins, additives and pigments used in exterior (and interior) coating systems, Ability to develop and/or implement coating characterization testing methods, calibrate & run instrumentation and interpret results, Microsoft Office experience
Nice to Have
degreed candidates in other science related fields with applicable experience, Prior experience with Waterborne coatings development, Prior experience with color development/pigment technologies in coatings
What You'll Do.
advance our fundamental understanding of coatings technology
aligning development testing with our strategic business needs
Development work will be utilized to support product design
development and enhancements for technologies offered
Development and optimization of coatings formulas for metal applications applied by spray though product testing to gain customer approval using appropriate design of experiments and statistical tools
Scale-up and support of the formulas in the manufacturing area including establishment of specifications and test methods
fine tuning the formula to allow first time OK quality and assist in problem solving production issues when appropriate
Technical field support of the products in the customer facility
participation in customer trials to assure optimal performance of the products
support of product launches and providing technical and laboratory support for customer issues
Direct internal quality ensuring the results are translated in a meaningful way for internal and external distribution
Improve existing formulas and processes to streamline work across technical and operational platforms
set milestones and deliver results against aggressive timelines
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interact with others in R&D, Sales and Marketing to validate new technologies; Work as an active member of cross functional project teams with Manufacturing, Product Management, IT and Sales; ability to work both independently and as a part of a team
Communication Scope
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
Process & Methodology
Organize objectives, set milestones, deliver results against aggressive timelines
Full Job Description
_**Scientist – Liquid Industrial Huntsville, Al**_ Axalta Coating Systems is seeking scientist to join our General Industrial Coatings Technology Group in Huntsville, Al. The Scientist will advance our fundamental understanding of coatings technology in support of Axalta’s growth initiatives by aligning development testing with our strategic business needs. Development work will be utilized to support product design, development and enhancements for technologies offered. The role of Scientist will report into the Team Manager – Liquid Industrial. **Responsibilities:** · Interact with others in R&D, Sales and Marketing to validate new technologies in order to provide growth opportunities in traditional and adjacent markets · Work as an active member of cross functional project teams with Manufacturing, Product Management, IT and Sales · Development and optimization of coatings formulas for metal applications applied by spray though product testing to gain customer approval using appropriate design of experiments and statistical tools. · Scale-up and support of the formulas in the manufacturing area including establishment of specifications and test methods, fine tuning of the formula to allow first time OK quality and assist in problem solving production issues when appropriate. · Technical field support of the products in the customer facility. Specific areas include: participation in customer trials to assure optimal performance of the products, support of product launches and providing technical and laboratory support for customer issues. · Direct internal quality investigations; ensuring the results are translated in a meaningful way for internal and external distribution · Improve existing formulas and processes to streamline work across technical and operational platforms · Organize objectives, set milestones and deliver results against aggressive timelines ## **Minimum Requirements** · BS/MS/PhD Degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science or Coatings is preferred. Se
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