SUMMARY OF THE ROLE
SUMMARY OF THE ROLE
Our regional Research and Development (R&D) organization is now looking for a new R&D Chemist within Powder department. As a chemist you will develop and maintain products, in consultation with the Manager, by preparing, testing and evaluating the paint/binder/raw materials contributing to the achievement of the goals in our R&D plan. Positions will be located in Çerkezköy, Turkey and below you can read more about the position. If you have questions about the position, please reach out to the recruiting managers using the contact information stated below.
In 2016 our Regional Jotun R&D Center were opened in Çerkezköy as one out of 7 regional labs that collaborate and work together to support Jotun’s Global need for products. Jotun R&D are organized according to the four segments (decorative, protective, marine and powder).
Powder Coatings department
Jotun Powder Coating promotes innovative products to meet increasing global demand for coatings solutions free of Volatile Organic Compounds. These products range from beautiful and durable coatings for buildings facades, high performance anti-corrosion coatings that provide long-lasting steel protection in any climate, coatings with wide range of colours, smooth , texture and metallic finishes for appliance and furniture, to game changing powder coatings for natural and engineered wood. The position requires not only knowledge of polymer and materials as well as processing and powder particles behaviors. We are looking for candidates who are passionate about science and chemistry keen to develop a better understanding of whole powder processes.
The tasks for this position is to develop new products , improve much better alignment to big scaled production for whole process. We are looking for a candidate with chemical or chemical engineering degree in organic, polymer or material chemistry and preferably prior experience in Powder coatings.
INTERNAL ADVERT: If you don’t want all managers to know that you are applying, please send your application information to HR contact info
Responsibilities:
- Carry out development, technology and maintenance tasks through planning, formulating, testing and evaluating of recipes and raw materials to ensure that projects are effectuated within planned time and cost frames, and in accordance with Jotun’s business strategy
- Participate actively in the working out of tasks, coach colleagues as well as contributing professionally within own area both internally and externally to increase the quality of the R&D plan and competence in the professional environment.
- Report results from development, technology and maintenance work both orally and written through R&D and tertiary reports to ensure that the correct decisions, based on current experience, are made.
- Have recipe responsibility for products through maintenance and following up towards production and marketing, ensuring that the quality of the product satisfy current product demands.
- Search for, make use of and communicate knowledge to others through literature, practical experience, learning from others as well as attending courses in order to be one step ahead of development.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER
What we look for:
Qualifications
The positionhas a more open requirement for education where experience within relevant field can be compensated for education, thus we invite both candidates that have BSc and or MSc degree to apply.
All candidates are expected to have good English skills – both spoken and written - and knowledge about the use of MS office 365 & Teams/SharePoint is an advantage.(Interviews will be held in English)
When applying we invite you to write the application letter in English.
Reside in or can settle in Mimarsinan, Silivri, Çerkezköy, Çorlu, or Kapaklı.
Personal qualities
- Initiative & Responsibility
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation and benefits,
- Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy,
- Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies,
- Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores,
- A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self,
- A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities
Hiring Manager: Fatma Zeyrek, +90 5322138460; fatma.zeyrek@jotun.com
Or contact Regional R&D Director; Bente Helmers, +90 5373048213, Bente.helmers@jotun.com
POSITION INFORMATION
Company:
Jotun Boya Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S.
Contract Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):
15.02.2025
WHO WE ARE
Jotun in Europe and Central Asia (ECA) has 18 different legal entities and operates 7 production facilities. The region has approximately 2000 employees who work across four markets: Marine, Protective, Powder and Decorative. Jotun ECA is committed to an ambitious growth strategy. Our employees are the real value in our companies as individuals and teams. We strive to provide our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development driven by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.
Jotun Boya San ve Tic A.Ş. in Turkey, operates since 1989 with more than 750 employees. Jotun Boya produces and sells Marine, Protective, Powder Coatings and Decorative Paints with over 500 dealers across Turkey. Jotun makes its mark on your surroundings, from steel bridges to beautiful walls; from cargo vessels to refrigerators and iconic buildings. Do you want to join us and make your mark?
Visit our Career Page to know more about life at Jotun.
Jotun’s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.
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If you think that this role is what you could be doing next, apply now!
