Description
General Summary
Currently, we have a great opportunity available for a Research & Development co-op to join our Printing and Packaging Group. This temporary position will be located in Cincinnati, Ohio laboratories and offices.
In the role, you will support scientists and technicians in our business unit's research and development (R&D) projects and programs by conducting experiments on water-based products that provide clear competitive advantage for our commercial markets. The developed products will be engineered towards meeting the needs of new and existing markets aligned with the strategic business plan.
Primary Responsibilities
Provide hands-on technical assistance in the application testing of new polymer and wax dispersions and emulsions for select waterborne industrial product markets
Execute technical service and troubleshooting projects for specific customer or project needs
Test performance of new products delivering growth for the Printing & Packaging Group
Document and present results to the business team
Other
Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates
Capable of conducting hands-on bench scale experiments, including the lifting and moving of lab equipment and supplies
Able to commute to Michelman's Cincinnati, Ohio office
Able to work in chemical laboratory environment where personal protective equipment [PPE] may be required
Critical Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to plan experiments and perform mathematical calculations
Good work ethic, analytical, and observational skills
Proficient in standard business office software
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Experience and success working in a team environment
Education and Experience
Working toward a Bachelor's Degree in Science, preferably in chemistry, chemical engineering or packaging-related technologies
Chemistry lab experience preferred
Previous co-op or other academic/industrial lab experience a plus
Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
About Michelman
Michelman is a global developer and manufacturer of environmentally friendly advanced materials for industry, offering solutions for the coatings, printing & packaging, and industrial manufacturing markets. The company's surface modifiers, additives, and polymers are used by leading manufacturers around the world to enhance performance attributes and add value in applications including wood and floor care products, metal and industrial coatings, paints, varnishes, inks, fibers, and composites. Michelman is also well-known as an innovator in the development of barrier and functional coatings, as well as digital printing press primers that are used in the production of consumer and industrial packaging and paper products, labels, and commercially printed materials. Michelman serves its customers with production facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia, product development and technical service centers in several major global markets, and a worldwide team of highly trained business development personnel.
Michelman is proud of the values-focused work environment that we have crafted. We pride ourselves in our focus on our values of integrity, respect, success, collaboration, curiosity, and giving. With our dedication to your technical and professional growth in addition to our rigorous onboarding experience, we guarantee that you will find yourself challenged in new ways. We offer an excellent salary, incentive and benefits package in a dynamic, empowered team environment.
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It is Michelman, Inc. policy to seek and employ qualified persons in all jobs in a manner which will ensure equal employment opportunity as well as administer personnel actions in a manner as to not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Michelman is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans
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