R&D Scientist **$1,500 Sign-On Bonus**

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Job description

JOB SUMMARY: The R&D scientist will integrate into and become a contributing member of the R&D team, responsible for the development of new products and modification of existing powder and flakes. The role requires providing both technical support & service to customers, in concert with Metalor P&F Sales & Marketing. The R&D scientist will be interfacing with customers to define their needs, make standard product recommendations, & communicate their requirements to Engineering, Product Development and R&D. Regular follow-up is considered key with internal departments and then conveying progress/updates to the customer and Sales Manager.

REQUIREMENTS

· A minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering or other relevant field of study..

· 5-10 years industry experience

· Working knowledge of powder metallurgy.

· Working knowledge of silver powder and silver flake production

· Working knowledge of silver powder & flake applications

· Word, Excel, and Power Point computer skills

· Customer interface & organizational skills

· Working knowledge of SAP

· Working knowledge of Minitab

· Be able to setup and run Design Of Experiments (DOE). Interpret the results and present the data in a clear and concise manner

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Providing technical support to Sales & Mktg. for key customer accounts.

· Coordinating customer projects with Sales & Mktg., R&D and engineering staff.

· Modify existing products/processes to new/existing customers in a timely fashion.

· Performing regular analysis and troubleshooting at customers' request and producing results in a timely fashion.

· Providing training as appropriate for junior staff.

· Compliance with company policies and procedures

· Work with Sales & Mktg., Engineering & Quality to understand and resolve field issues

· Provide technical support to operations, when called upon.

· Be trained, certified as an active quality auditor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Signing bonus

Work Remotely:

• No