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Thatcher Company is looking for a Senior Principal R&D Chemist to lead the development of construction products at Thatcher Company headquarters, located in Salt Lake City, UT. This position will report to the Vice President of Technical Services and Business Development.
Major Accountabilities
Lead the company’s development of new products/technologies for the Construction Market.
Develop manufacturing processes for new products and optimize existing manufacturing processes for the construction division of Thatcher Company.
Support Thatcher’s operational excellence group in the scale‑up and launch of new products and processes.
Develop finished product specifications and validate analytical test methods which are needed to characterize new construction products.
Improve the existing construction product line and search for opportunities to optimize related manufacturing processes.
Collaborate with Thatcher’s marketing and sales departments to understand the needs of the construction industry and develop technical, customer‑driven solutions.
Develop a thorough understanding of the construction market through market research and analysis of competitive offerings.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously and communicate project status through written technical reports and live presentations.
Evaluate and approve new raw materials or raw material substitutions as requested by Thatcher’s procurement team.
Provide storage and shelf‑life recommendations supported by low temperature testing, corrosion studies, and ambient and accelerated aging studies.
Assist the marketing department with the development of technical marketing literature.
Provide both internal and external technical support and guidance.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Chemical Manufacturing
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Worksite address
salt lake city, UT, 84193, US
Who can apply
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