7+ years of experience in thermoplastics and thermosets within the automotive OEM market.
Preferred expertise in Hotmelt Chemistry.
Strong oral communication and technical writing skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience with DOE, Design FMEA, and quality programs.
Demonstrated success in introducing new chemical concepts into formulations.
Responsibilities
Transfer new products and technologies to production.
Evaluate competitive technologies and new raw materials.
Manage projects from proposal to product release.
Conduct feasibility studies per PCP process.
Perform systematic experimentation using DOE and statistical methods.
Implement quality tools per IATF and Six Sigma in cross-functional teams.
Lead customer interactions and negotiate testing criteria.
Benefits
401K with generous company match.
Bonuses.
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits.
Paid Parental Leave.
Life and Disability Insurance.
Paid Time Off and Holidays.
Floating Holidays and Paid Volunteer Time.
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements.
Education Assistance and Professional Development Opportunities.
Employee Referral Program.
Full Job Description
Roles & Opportunities
Apply technical competence and knowledge based on past experiences to generate new ideas that leads to innovative and proprietary products. Implement literature finding and introduce new chemical concepts into work. Propose and conduct technology creation projects in order to create new building blocks. Fundamental understanding of raw material properties.
Job Description
Responsible for transferring new products/technologies to production.
Evaluate competitive technologies, new raw materials and new processes
Responsible for managing assigned projects from idea proposal to product release
Review Idea Proposal and perform feasibility study per PCP process
Systematical experimentation using DOE and other statistical methods in evaluating data
Quality tools per IATF and Six sigma actively implemented in cross functional exchange
Conduct experiments to identify BMAP and FMEA criteria and countermeasures for new products
Contact raw material suppliers and identify potential new materials or technologies for Sika
Lead customer interaction and negotiate specification testing criteria and gain material approval
Visit assembly plants and provide technical solutions to customers
Utilizes patent literature in project work and publish research proposals, field test proposals tec.
Identifies Equipment needed for new programs and executes RPA
Recommend and champion solutions/products/formulations
Apply and interpret advanced analytical methods (rheology, spectroscopy, etc.) in project work
Qualifications
BS, MS, or PhD. degree in General Sciences
Minimum of 7 years experiences in thermoplastics, thermosets in automotive OEM market.
Preferred experience in Hotmelt Chemistry.
Excellent oral communication, technical writing skills and presentation skills
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point or equivalent
Experience in DOE, Design FMEA and other quality programs
Proven track record of introducing new chemical concepts to formulation work
Additional Information
Perks & Benefits
401K with generous company match
Bonuses
Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
Paid Parental Leave
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
Floating Holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
Education Assistance
Professional Development Opportunities
Employee Referral Program & More!
Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.
We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based on skills relevant to the position, education, and or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
About Sika AG
Sika AG is a Swiss specialty chemical company that produces and distributes systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building sector and motor vehicle industry. The company has operations in over 100 countries and is headquartered in Baar, Switzerland. Sika AG is a publicly traded company and is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. The company's products are used in a variety of applications, including concrete admixtures, specialty mortars, sealants and adhesives, damping and reinforcing materials, structural strengthening systems, industrial flooring, and roofing and waterproofing systems.
