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Project Chemist

Posted 2 days ago

OfficeMadison Heights, MI, United States

Job Description

  • Lead technical support to manufacturing plant to assure product quality and performance
  • Responsible for transferring new products/technologies to production
  • Adapt existing DFMEA and set up for new modified products
  • Evaluate new technologies, raw materials, and processes
  • Manage product maintenance process independently
  • Initiate technical presentation from raw material suppliers
  • Leads TS 16949 Audit for the R&D team
  • Perform special projects and other assignments as directed by manager

Qualifications

-Minimum of 5 years of R&D experience in product formulation, ideally involving polymer compositions for automotive or industrial applications

-Proven track record of successfully leading development projects from ideation through market introduction

-Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional project teams (e.g., EHS, Operations, Sales/Marketing) to oversee progress and ensure successful outcomes

-Highly motivated, self-driven individual who takes responsibility and ownership for assigned tasks and projects

-Curiosity and courage to challenge the status quo and push technical boundaries in support of Sika’s innovation culture

-Excellent communication skills and an open mindset that fosters a respectful, collaborative, and enjoyable work environment

Additional Information

Perks & Benefits

401K with generous company match
Bonuses
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
Floating Holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Education Assistance
Professional Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilites of each role.  Compensation is determined based on skills relevant to the position, education, and or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.  

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training.  We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

Job details
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Madison Heights, MI, United States

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024. On Sika's LinkedIn page we share our most important corporate news and job openings, as well as a broad mix of content from our Sika subsidiaries around the world. Your Career at Sika: https://www.sika.com/en/career.html Privacy Notice: https://www.sika.com/en/footer/privacy-notice.html

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