Rubber Chemist

Rubber Chemist - Defence Projects - SE Suburbs - $90K + Super Seeking: Rubber Chemist - Defence Projects Day to Day Responsibilities include: Develop rubber formulations, including mixing and moulding procedures and testing to confirm relevant properties, and predict the properties of finished products Analyse and resolve productivity and quality concerns in Mixing, Extrusion and Moulding areas Evaluate new customer specifications and specify suitable materials to achieve the required technical outcomes Specify appropriate materials and processes to enable completion of product quotations Evaluate materials from alternative suppliers to ascertain their quality and recommend their usage as alternatives to current suppliers Evaluate and assist in the resolution of quality and production concerns. Participate in QOS teams, improvement projects, problem-solving teams, internal audits, occupational health and safety teams and any such committees as appropriate Maintain the master register of laboratory test equipment and ensure that all test equipment is calibrated as required (QL230) Maintain a set of material Safety Data Sheets of all potentially hazardous material used on the site, and ensure their currency, legibility and availability to applicable employees Act as authorized signatory for NATA, and issue NATA – endorsed reports in accordance with NATA’s scope of accreditation In co-operation with the Lead Chemist, supervise the day to day activities of the -Laboratory Technical Assistants Qualifications and Experience Minimum 5 years experience in similar role. Degree in Chemistry or equivalent Skills & Attributes Be able to work effectively as part of a team Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectivel Computer literate Must have: PR or NZ/Australian Citizenship Car & Licence If this sounds like the next challenge that you're looking for, please send your resume and cover letter via Seek. Thank you for your interest Good luck IMPORTANT: It is a requirement of all our jobs that you have a PR or AU/NZ Citizenship. A work visa is not sufficient as all our jobs are permanent. Please do not apply if you do not meet these requirements. Apply Now