Associate Chemist (3K Sign On Bonus)

Job Summary

Benjamin Moore & Co., a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading manufacturer of innovative, high-quality coatings for the architectural and industrial maintenance markets. We are currently looking for an Associate Chemist to join our Product Evaluation team.

In this role, you will evaluate new and experimental coatings and substrates as both a team member and an individual. This entry-level position requires a solid technical background, strong attention to detail, excellent documentation and project tracking skills, the ability to apply learnings to future projects and proper business etiquette skills when communicating verbally and electronically. This role offers foundational training in coatings testing as well as exposure to programs used throughout all the Product Development Labs.

The Associate Chemist job is an opportunity to join a team that gauges not only our own products but the competition as well. We are seeking motivated individuals who will study the properties of a coating and be able to thoroughly document and present findings to a wide variety of audiences.

Please review the responsibilities and requirements for the position. We look forward to reviewing your resume.

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply coatings and related products to substrates and test physical properties
• Conduct laboratory testing as part of a small team or independently
• Follow and enhance standard operating procedures (SOPs) for test methods
• Plan and execute projects efficiently using time management skills
• Accurately document, report, analyze and share data, observations and learnings
• Maintain a safe, clean and organized laboratory
• Perform inspections and routine laboratory maintenance
• Participate in learning and capability-building initiatives
• Professional development through continuous learning
• Evaluate the natural weathering of coatings year-round in the outdoor test farm

Desired Experience / Qualifications:

• BS in Chemistry or related science required; 0-3 years of experience in a laboratory setting
• Strong people and cross-functional team skills
• Exhibits and fosters cooperation within the Product Evaluation team
• Excellent communication, presentation and organizational skills
• Possess critical thinking skills for anomalies, data analysis and troubleshooting
• Accurate, clear and concise record-keeping and report writing
• Meticulous, diligent and dedicated with a solid work ethic
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

At Benjamin Moore & Co, we don't just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive because it benefits our employees, our products, and our community. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Benjamin Moore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program Benjamin Moore provides Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program to support eligible active employees who graduated from an accredited post-secondary educational institution. The Repayment Program is intended to contribute to reducing employee's student loans. The Company follows all rules and regulations concerning the taxability of student loan repayments provided under applicable law.

Company Profile

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The color of pride: Benjamin Moore is proud to be a part of Berkshire Hathaway, which was recognized by Fortune magazine as the world's fourth most admired company. And for more than 140 years we've been a respected leader in the architectural coatings and home décor landscape; creating the products and tools that enrich and beautify thousands of communities each day. We recognize that our associates are the driving force behind our success, and we strive to provide a work environment where hard work, creativity and purposeful collaboration are fostered and encouraged.

Join a company where innovation is constantly recognized as we look for individuals who produce world-class products, best-in-class services and customer experiences, design pioneering paints using the latest technologies and deliver unparalleled value and brand experiences for our customers and retail network.

Benjamin Moore & Co is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a culture of inclusion and diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Our commitment to these principles means all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need.