Application Specialist

Status: Full Time, Employee Job Category: Biotech/R&D/Science Work Experience: 2+ to 5 Years Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) CONTACT INFORMATION Application SpecialistJohnsonDiversey Inc. is a leading global provider of commercial cleaning and hygiene solutions, serving customers in the lodging, food service, retail, health care and food and beverage sectors as well as building service contractors. JohnsonDiversey is one of four separate companies controlled by the Johnson Family of Racine, Wisconsin USA. With operations in 56 countries and sales into more than 160 countries, JohnsonDiversey provides customers worldwide with the products, solutions and expertise to make their facilities the safest and cleanest in the world. To learn more, visit us at www.johnsondiversey.com.   We are currently seeking an Application Specialist.  Plans and performs field and laboratory assignments especially focused on sophisticated customer trials and testing. Skilled at assembling experimental apparatus, operates various machines and testing equipment in complex or ambiguous field settings for the evaluation of products. Careful in recording observations and experimental data, while analyzing results and describing them so they can be used in a commercial context. ACCOUNTABILITIES   ·.  Plans and schedules project tasks related to field and when required laboratory experiments and customer trials. ·.  Responsible for planning, preliminary interpretation and presentation of data. Reports progress/issues on a timely basis, making full use of IT tools. ·.  Contributes to the solution of assigned problems by suggesting modifications in test procedures. ·.  Prepares new products formulations, and runs standard and non-standard chemical, physical, or application tests to obtain data to evaluate composition. ·.  Records detailed observation and data from experiments performed, makes routine calculations. ·.  Prepares and verifies composition of various formulations or mixtures.   ·.  Participates in and evaluates field testing of prototype formulations.   ·.  Assists department staff in lab demonstrations for training programs and customer visits. ·.  Checks and maintains inventories of raw materials and supplies and maintains work spaces. ·.  Operates and maintains departmental equipment in performing assigned experiments and makes minor repairs. Job Requirements:     Education and Experience:   4 year college chemistry or engineering, or relevant technical program with 2-5 years industry related experience in biological based products. Enzyme experience a plus.   Basic knowledge of chemistry or engineering and ability to understand and carry out standard methods relevant to the department. Experience required to efficiently perform a variety of research experiments and tests including setting up and operation of apparatus and equipment.   Basic personal computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases are required.   Strong communication skills are required, as the position involves working at customer sites and involvement in international, multi-functional project teams . Some mechanical aptitude and dexterity required for operating and maintaining scientific equipment.   Some domestic and international travel may be required. JohnsonDiversey offers a competitive compentation and benefits package.  EOE m/v/d/v Apply online today.Division/Department : JohnsonDiversey Travel Required : 5-10% Offer Relocation : No