Associate Scientist
Company: Manpower
Location: Trumbull
Posted on: May 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Associate Scientist Work Days: Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Start
Time: 8:00 AM End Time: 5:00 PM Qualifications: The Associate
Scientist plans and performs laboratory assignments in the
development of product formulations, measurement of physical
properties, validation of performance and analysis of competitive
products. The individual draws conclusions based on data, proposes
and directs next steps in the development plan and is responsible
to drive development activities. The individual further functions
as part of an integrated cross functional team. * Four year college
chemistry degree or Associates Degree with relevant industrial
experience is required. Relevant formulating experience in consumer
packaged goods will be taken into consideration. * Advanced
knowledge of detergents chemistry and ability to understand and
carry out standard methods relevant to product development a plus.
Experience required to efficiently perform a variety of research
experiments and tests including setting up and operation of
apparatus and equipment. * Basic personal computer skills including
word processing, spreadsheets, and databases are required. * Strong
communication skills are required, as the position involves working
in multi-functional project teams, with consumers and 3rd parties.
Responsibilities: * Develops experimental designs and work plans in
the creation of prototype products to meet desired performance
metrics. * Reviews data, provides preliminary interpretation and
draws conclusions from data. Proposes next steps and strategies of
development efforts. * Works closely with packaging, process
development, and manufacturing during development, and
commercialization of relevant products. * Records detailed
observation and data from experiments performed. Keeps lab notebook
records current and in good order as a working legal document. *
Plans and schedules project tasks related to laboratory
experiments, 3rd party testing and consumer trials. * Reports
project status to team members and management as required. *
Responsible for preliminary interpretation and presentation of
data. Reports progress/issues on a timely basis. * Contributes to
the solution of assigned problems through development/modification
of test procedures. * Runs standard and non-standard chemical,
physical, or application tests to obtain data to evaluate
composition and performance of competitive offerings. * Assists
department staff in lab demonstrations for training programs and
customer visits. * Checks and maintains inventories of raw
materials and supplies and maintains work spaces. * Responsible for
safe working conditions (handles dangerous equipment and hazardous
chemicals). Is aware of hazards associated with work assigned,
observes safe work practices, keeps equipment neat, clean and in
safe operating condition, and maintains good housekeeping
standards. * Responsible for following all applicable Federal,
State, and Local health, safety, and environmental regulations, as
per corporate health, safety and environmental policies.
Keywords: Manpower, New England , Associate Scientist, Other , Trumbull, Northeast
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