Chemical Testing Specialist - Coatings/Adhesives

Join our dynamic team in Greenfield, IN, as a Coatings Chemistry Laboratory Technician. In this direct-hire Chemical Testing Specialist - Coatings/Adhesives role, you will apply your expertise in coatings, adhesives, and flexible web processing to conduct critical testing and analysis for product development and quality assurance. We are seeking a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of coatings chemistry and laboratory procedures. This role offers a competitive salary ($24.04-$28.85/hour) and a standard Monday-Friday schedule (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM). If you possess the required technical skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.

• Conduct precise testing of commercial and developmental coatings and adhesive products according to customer specifications and industry standards.
• Prepare and analyze prototype coatings and adhesive constructions, providing detailed reports and data for product development.
• Perform long-term aging tests on selected products, meticulously documenting and evaluating results.
• Generate raw material comparison studies to qualify new materials for coatings and adhesive formulations.
• Collaborate with technical and manufacturing teams to troubleshoot coating and adhesive related issues.
• Develop and compile Certificates of Analysis for commercial and developmental projects.
• Assemble and evaluate data to establish preliminary specifications for new coating and adhesive products.
• Generate manufacturing genealogy reports as required.
• Provide occasional support to the main quality assurance laboratory.
• Maintain accurate electronic records of all test results and reports.
• Interface with vendors to support process trial activities.
• Prepare product samples for customer evaluations, following technical team guidelines.

Skills/Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on laboratory experience in coatings, adhesives, or flexible web processing.
• Strong understanding of coatings chemistry, including formulation and testing principles.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining laboratory testing equipment specific to coatings and adhesives.
• Experience with web handling processes related to paper or film coatings is highly preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Working knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) and database management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical information clearly.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate directly with customers and suppliers in a professional manner.
• Willingness to travel approximately 15% of the time.
• Fluent in English.

SMX, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, age, gender identification, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your Recruiter or Employee Relations at HR-Advice@trueblue.com or 1-800-610-8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.