Polymer R&d Specialist

3 months ago

Edmonton, Canada Katch Kan Full time

**About Us**

Our Company - Katch Kan

Katch Kan has been pro-actively providing sustainable Well Life Cycle Solutions to the Upstream Oil and Gas Industry for over 25 years. Katch Kan is an ISO 9001/14001, COR (Certificate of Recognition) and ETV (Canadian Environmental Technology Verification) certified Original Equipment Manufacturer with offices in Canada, USA and Bahrain.

When used together, the Rig Safety System, Zero Spill System and other Katch Kan Systems increase personnel safety and reduce the environmental impact. Our systems lessen liabilities and cost associated to the cleanup, remediation and reclamation phases.

At Katch Kan we live by our Values of Reliable, Responsible, Responsive, Respectful, and Results to foster a dynamic work environment that secures the functionality of the business to drive extensive and sustainable growth for our people and our clients.

**Position Introduction**:
This is a full time, permanent position, and an opportunity to work with a fun, family orientated organization in a growing company division. Katch Kan offers a competitive salary and benefit packages, and an engaging work environment.

**_ This job is a safety-sensitive position and therefore, you must pass a drug and alcohol test to be eligible for employment_**_._

**Role Accountabilities**:

- Collaborate with the production & manufacturing team to identify and address polymer-related issues, ensuring optimal production processes and product quality.
- Report on the latest in polymer advancements, properties, and processing techniques to develop innovative solutions for product challenges.
- Design and execute experiments to test and validate new polymer designs and product performance.
- Analyze and interpret experimental data, draw conclusions, and make recommendations for improvements and product enhancements.
- Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of industry trends, advancements, and best practices in polymer science and technology.
- Provide technical support and guidance to the fabrication team on polymer-related matters, including troubleshooting and problem-solving.
- Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for polymer R&D processing and testing, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Review and retrieve information from hard drives and other storage devices to access historical project data and reference materials.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality control, and supply chain, to ensure seamless integration of polymer research and development efforts into the overall manufacturing process.
- Prepare and present technical reports, research findings, and project updates to internal stakeholders and external partners.
- ISO 9001 standards are complied with, audit procedures and inspect products and keep Katch Kan current with ISO compliance.
- ISO 14001 standards are complied with, and environmental issues are identified and addressed. I ensure compliance and control environmental impacts and aspects. Waste and scrap are recycled or reused when possible.
- Other related duties as assigned.

**Core Competencies**:

- Dependable, Responsible and Mature
- Safety and Environmentally Conscious
- Passion for sustainable systems and modern technology
- Ability to be self-directed, creative and flexible within the work environment
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and multi-tasking skills; Excellent problem solving
- Strong communication and presentation skills and ability to represent the company and project team in a professional manner to stakeholders
- Project management, collaborative, and technical leadership skills; communicate needs for additional services or products
- Work independently, as well as contribute to a team
- Experience or background in the industry would be an asset

**Education & Experience**:

- A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in polymer research and development, preferably in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
- Proven track record of successfully managing high-pressure projects and meeting tight deadlines.
- Familiarity with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in polymer product manufacturing and working with vendors.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and present technical information to diverse audiences.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
- Experience with managing multiple priorities and projects.
- Familiar with ISO Quality Assurance Program.
- Experience in reviewing and retrieving information from hard drives and other storage devices to access historical project data and reference materials.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and develop innovative s

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