Senior Chemist

We are seeking a Senior Chemist to support and optimize production at a leading chemical manufacturing facility. This role offers the opportunity to apply technical expertise in polymerization, data analysis, and process improvement within a collaborative, innovation-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor daily plant production, maintain production databases, and analyze process data to ensure optimal performance.
• Identify trends and deviations in production, recommending data-driven process improvements.
• Plan, execute, and report on plant trials for existing products, new grades, or process enhancements.
• Provide technical troubleshooting for polymerization and aftertreatment issues, minimizing downtime and documenting solutions for knowledge sharing.
• Conduct lab evaluations of raw materials and recipes, identifying opportunities for productivity and cost improvements.
• Prepare and manage technical documentation, including SOPs and reports, ensuring compliance with scientific standards.
• Stay current with industry developments and mentor team members to build technical capability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Production, and Marketing to align processes and maintain regulatory compliance.

Qualifications:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s or Master’s in Polymer Science or Chemistry.

Experience:

• Required: 2–5 years of laboratory experience.
• Preferred: 1–2 years of plant process experience and emulsion polymerization in a manufacturing setting.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive chemist looking to combine technical expertise with practical process improvement in a dynamic production environment.