R&T Chemical Technical Professional

Be an essential element to a brighter future. We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet. Job Description Primary Responsibilities * Maintain excellence in safety, health and environmental practices * Actively support Albemarle’s safety culture by promoting safe behaviors, complying with material and chemical handling policies, and contributing to continuous improvement of safety practices. * Complete all required safety training. * Conduct lab experiments. * Apply research acumen to independently draft experimental plans and execute to conclusions. * Contribute intellectually to project technical strategy, analyze experimental ideas from others, and identify opportunities for improvement in the proposed lab studies. * Able to safely operate, diagnose problems, and perform preventative maintenance on a wide variety of plastic processing equipment and analytical testing instruments. * Analyze samples with accuracy and precision, detect errors, appropriately document results, and author and follow SOP methods for lab experiments. * Assist in the scheduling of lab work for yourself and other team members. * Train and mentor less experienced colleagues. Physical Requirements * Demonstrate safe work practices and philosophy. Proactively identify opportunities to improve operations, repetitive tasks, ergonomics and housekeeping. * Independent and has ability to work alone without supervision. Follow tasks to completion including good housekeeping practices. * Demonstrated capability to work in a highly collaborative team environment. * Able to clearly and concisely communicate experimental results and conclusions. * Able to wear required PPE, lift up to 50 lbs (over 50 with assistance) with necessary assistance, and stand/walk for long periods of time * Standing for ~6 hours/shift * Required to be able to climb a 6’ ladder, to safely navigate stairwells using handrails at all times * Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and compressed gas cylinders * Feel confident to operate large machinery, such as extruders, injection molding machines, Brabender mixing bowls, and fork lifts (with specialized training). * Operate very hot process equipment while using the appropriate engineering controls and PPE. * Willing to work overtime if necessary Education and Experience Requirements * Associates or higher degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) field is desired; however, two years of directly relevant experience or five years of related experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree. * Experience conducting lab work is required. * Extrusion, compounding, injection molding and plastics testing experience is desired. * Experience using SAP, Microsoft Office, Teams, and LIMS software is desired. * Strong strategic thinking and analytical problem-solving skills. * Ability to balance individual and team responsibilities. * Highly organized and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Chemicals and equipment to work with: * Polymers and resins * Additives for plastics including fire retardants * Organic solvents (for example acetone or xylenes) * Mixing and handling of powders * Work in labs adjacent to other chemical hazards including bromine and organic solvents * Hot resins and/or flaming test bars * Equipment that gives off high radiant heat * Rotating equipment and/or injection molding machines * Compressed gas cylinders and cryogenic materials such as liquid nitrogen Location: Process Development Center, Baton Rouge, LA Benefits of Joining Albemarle * Competitive compensation * Comprehensive benefits package * A diverse array of resources to support you professionally and personally. We are partners to one another in pioneering new ways to be better for ourselves, our teams, and our communities. When you join Albemarle, you become our most essential element and you can anticipate competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and resources that foster your well-being and fuel your personal growth. Help us shape the future, build with purpose and grow together.