Description Position at Wilsonart Company OverviewWilsonart Engineered Surfaces is a world leading manufacturing and distribution organization that is driven by a mission to create innovative, high performance surfaces people love, with world-class service our customers can count on, delivered by people all over the world who care.Our company, headquartered in Austin, Texas, manufactures and distributes High Pressure Laminate, Quartz, Solid Surface, Coordinated TFL and Edgebanding, and other engineered surface options for use in furniture, office and retail spaces, countertops, worktops and other applications.For 60 years, Wilsonart has honored our founders' promise to provide our customers with industry-leading products and service. We do business in more than 90 countries, operating under the Wilsonart®, Resopal®, Polyrey®, Arborite®, Laminart®, Ralph Wilson® and Durcon® brands. We currently manufacture in two US locations, plus Canada, United Kingdom, France, and Germany. Today, Wilsonart manufactures and distributes high pressure laminates and other engineered surfacing materials and components used in furniture, office and retail space, countertops, worktops and other applications.operations in North America, United Kingdom, France, Germany and Czech Republic.Our Mission and ValuesCompany is driven by a mission to create surfaces people love, with service you can count on, delivered by people who care. Company is driven by providing beautiful, hard-working, on-trend and high performing engineered surfaces for whatever you need to cover. For decades, our companies worldwide have given designers and builders the right tools for the job, no matter how specialized. Today, we bring you a portfolio of solutions, both decorative and functional, that spans retail, hospitality, healthcare, education, office, and institutional applications. Service You Can Count On.Company is dedicated to getting our customers what they want, when and how they want it. From a North American fleet of trucks, to strategically located distribution centers around the world, we can service the globe with our expanding range of products and services.People Who Care.Over 4,500 people strong, Company is made up of dedicated people who care about doing the right thing, every day. Whether it's making a flawless sheet of high-pressure laminate, volunteering at a community house raising or sourcing sustainable materials, Company people care deeply about what they do, who they do it for, and how they do it.Position Overview:This position will conduct research, analysis, synthesis, and/or experimentation on substances, including product and process development, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and improvement of analytical methodologiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop formulas and analytical procedures and methods to solve technical problems and development issues
- Analyze organic and inorganic compounds to determine chemical and physical properties by utilizing methods to include chromatography, spectroscopy, spectrophotometry, light microscopy, SEM and EDS
- Prepare technical reports after conducting appropriate analyses and collecting pertinent data
- Conduct research on manufactured products to develop and improve products
- Maintain laboratory equipment to include performing basic maintenance procedures, calling for on-site repairs as needed, and purchasing service contracts
- Recommend and evaluate new and replacement laboratory equipment
- Purchase and maintain an adequate inventory of laboratory supplies
- Confer with other scientists and engineers regarding research projects and investigate new technologies needed to support those endeavors
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of safety standards applicable to the work area and other pertinent rules/regulations governing work activities.
- Knowledge of science and engineering principles.
- Knowledge of computers sufficient to utilize word processors, spreadsheets and data bases.
- Skill in operation of scientific instruments.
- Ability to analyze problems and develop solutions
Education, Experience and Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- Minimum 4+ years experience in a laboratory.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
- Strong leadership qualities including interpersonal, communication, organizational, and analytical skill
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Sitting in the same location of standing/walking; required to stoop, climb, or lift light material (10-20lbs) or equipment. ENVIRONMENT:Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature extremes, loud noises, and bright lights. Examples: mail clerks, material handlers and food service workers Wilsonart is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.