Technical Service Chemist

About Verdant Specialty Solutions
Verdant Specialty Solutions is a global specialty chemical company. Its customers include world-leading personal care and home care brands, energy solutions providers, and industrial companies. Verdant's vision is to be the go-to provider of batch specialty surfactant-based chemistry for applications in the consumer and industrial markets. Based in Houston, the company has nine locations in the US and Europe. Verdant's international team of 280 employees are committed to safety, quality, and supply reliability.
Why Join Verdant?
Opportunities for growth Verdant is a fast-growing company that has the spirit of a small business. The company was formed in May 2021, so every employee plays an important role in culture and performance. It offers a dynamic 'start up' atmosphere with opportunities for professional growth.
Committed to safety Despite having the spirit of a small business, Verdant rivals larger companies in its commitment to safety. Verdant prides itself on industry-leading environmental, safety, health and quality standards. At Verdant, there is no priority higher than safety
About the position Verdant Specialty Solutions has an opportunity for a Technical Service Chemist, you will be an essential part of our team. Your responsibilities will include providing customer support, contributing to product formulation and improvement, and other key responsibilities.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Sales Support and Technical Service to Customers:

• Provide hands-on Technical Service to customers and distributors.
• Collaborate with the technical team to ensure consistent support.
• Review the existing product portfolio and define strategies to add value.
• Identify new market opportunities and develop suitable product and technical packages.
• Assist in the preparation of literature, including TDS, MSDS, and Formularies.

Laboratory Operations:

• Comfortable in conducting and learning hands on laboratory experiments that may include synthesis, formulation, and performance testing of raw materials and products.
• Conduct routine analytical testing on products and manufacturing components.
• Prepare batch testing result summaries and QA documents (Certificates of Analysis/Compliance).
• Calibrate laboratory equipment and prepare standardized reagents.
• Work collaboratively with the US technical team on product transfer from lab to plant scale.
• Assist in the development of new testing methods and procedures.
• Plan and execute assignments, contribute to project planning.
• Ensure accurate, high-quality, reproducible, and timely work.
• Draw conclusions based on experimental work and research.
• Provide ideas to improve work processes and departmental efficiency.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Interface with customers as part of the sales team.
• Coordinate efforts and share information with the US technical team.
• Provide on-site chemistry expertise to advise production.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain well-organized and complete records.
• Produce timely and well-written project reports.
• Order and communicate supply and chemical needs.

Requirements

• BS in Chemistry, Biology or other science related (preferred).
• Minimum 3 years of industrial experience.
• Chemical Engineering Experience is a plus.

Technical Competencies:

• Working knowledge of chemistry and products sold by the organization.
• Ability to multitask, plan, and organize effectively.
• Good verbal and written communication skills with strong presentation skills.
• Initiative, confidence, and good judgment in decision-making.
• Familiarity with key department processes and equipment.
• Proficient in using Verdant computer hardware and software.

Professional Skills:

• Ability to work well with a variety of people, independently and as part of a team.
• Dependable, trustworthy, and safety focused.
• Flexibility regarding assignments, priorities, travel, and hours.

Benefits

• Competitive and comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits through Cigna.
• Generous matching 401k Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution and yearly roll over (cannot be combined with FSA)
• Health advocacy and services
• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short term disability insurance
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Other company paid programs including identity theft resolution, travel assistance, will preparation, discounts on gym membership and equipment, massage therapy, nutrition programs and smoking cessation.

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