Chemical engineer Jobs in Kemptville, ON

Job Title : Technical Director

Status : Permanent Full-Time

Department : Research & Development

Reports to : President / CEO

Location : Etobicoke, ON

Helmitin has been a leader in the research, development, and manufacturing of industrial adhesives for over 100 years. The corporate head office is in Toronto, Ontario with manufacturing sites in Canada and the US. We are experiencing exciting growth and are expanding our knowledge base to support and continue with our strategic plan.

Our mission is to create an inspiring, positive and safe workplace, and practices meant to reinforce Helmitin’s long-held belief in conducting business with both integrity and concern for the environment.

Reporting to the President / CEO, the Technical Director is responsible for directing, strategizing, and supporting research and development activities. As a member of the Senior Management Team, the successful candidate will also initiate, execute, and track projects that are aligned with and support the company strategy.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES :

• Direct chemists in the formulation of new products and improvement of existing products
• Ensure projects are successfully and efficiently executed for market success
• Supervise, assess, and develop all laboratory staff in Canada and the US
• Provide technical support to Sales and Production / Manufacturing personnel
• Attend field technical service calls to support Sales with the introduction of new products
• Provide technical supervision in the scale up of new products
• Direct and manage Quality Assurance personnel and activities
• Attend technical and / or sales meetings to discuss opportunities, feasibility of projects, and support Sales Team objectives
• Assist Manufacturing Operations in the creation of manufacturing procedures for new or existing procedural modifications
• Provide technical information for the creation and revision of Product Data Sheets for the sales and marketing team
• Support the Regulatory Compliance Manager with the creation or amendment of SDSs to meet GHS and regulatory requirements
• Research new chemicals and technologies in adhesive and related fields
• Meet with suppliers’ technical staff and visit facilities to maintain technical expertise and proficiency with current technology
• Stay current with new technologies by researching technical literature, and attending training courses, conferences, and trade shows

POSITION REQUIREMENTS :

University or College education in Chemistry

Minimum ten (10) years related experience (5 years of which in People Management)

Strong knowledge of chemical production processes and safety protocols

Proven record of leading successful technical projects

Able to build collaborative relationships and work as part of a team

Strong oral and written communication skills

Confident and self-directed with a commitment to meet deadlines, take initiative and solve problems consistently

Competitive salary with comprehensive benefits, company paid RRSP, bonus eligibility, company events, and more.

Helmitin is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process. Our employment practices and decisions adhere to the principles of non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity.

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay :

Bonus pay

Benefits :

Company events

Dental care

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Extended health care

Life insurance

On-site parking

Paid time off

RRSP match

Vision care

Schedule :

Monday to Friday

Ability to commute / relocate :

Etobicoke, ON M8Z 5K7 : reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Education :

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience :

Chemistry : 10 years (preferred)

People Management : 5 years (preferred)

Adhesives, Sealants, and / or Coatings : 4 years (preferred)

Work Location : In person

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