Process Chemist

We are seeking a hands-on Senior Process Chemist / Process Chemist to support large-scale chemical manufacturing operations in a production environment. This role focuses on process optimization, troubleshooting live production issues, manufacturing support, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong plant-floor experience and a practical approach to solving real-time operational challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Support large-scale chemical processing and manufacturing operations.
• Troubleshoot production, process, and quality issues in real time.
• Work directly with operators, maintenance teams, quality personnel, and leadership.
• Monitor and optimize reaction systems, processing operations, and manufacturing performance.
• Provide technical expertise related to manufacturing processes and quality control.
• Participate in customer-facing technical discussions when needed.
• Serve as a key technical resource and future plant subject matter expert.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing, process chemistry, plant operations, or chemical processing.
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience troubleshooting active production processes.
• Experience with pumps, valves, reaction vessels, tanks, load cells, and reaction systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to react quickly to production challenges.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with operators, maintenance personnel, and leadership teams.

Preferred Industry Experience

• Industrial chemicals.
• Specialty chemicals.
• Petrochemical processing.
• Lubricants, oils, and additives.
• Chemical intermediates manufacturing.
• Batch chemical manufacturing.

Preferred Technical Experience

• Acid-base reactions.
• Ammonia chemistry.
• Blending and formulation environments.

Compensation

• $85,000 – $130,000 base salary.
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates. The company offers relocation support through an established program and may provide managed relocation assistance or reimbursement based on candidate circumstances.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Life and disability insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Annual discretionary bonus

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is a succession-planning hire and a unique opportunity to grow into a key technical leadership role within the plant. The successful candidate will gain increased ownership of manufacturing processes, troubleshooting, quality oversight, and operational decision-making.

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