Production Process Chemist

Job Title:  Production / Process Chemist 

Reports To: Director of Quality Control & Product Development

Department: Production (Reaction Distillation)

Summary: Plans the production, monitors the progress, and troubleshoots the processes associated with the Reaction Distillation area.  In conjunction, oversees the process development and small-scale production with support from a Lab Technician.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.  

1. In conjunction with the Planning Department, recommend and in turn schedule the production for all products that are manufactured via chemical Reactions and / or Distillation in the designated equipment.

1. Supported by an analytical and quality team, monitor the progress of the reactions and / or distillation to ensure the process meets the quality and timeliness of the established standards.

1. Utilizing the support of an Established Process Development team, develop processes that will improve on established products and in conjunction with our commercial team, 

1. In coordination with the Commercial Team, assists in the development of processes for new products and supervises the progress of these processes with the Process Development Team.

1. Evaluates production batches against established product standards and specifications and modifies as needed. 

1. Directs, coordinates, and advises production personnel coordinating all three shifts accordingly in the course of scheduling the production, monitoring the progress of the processes, and making the necessary adjustments conditions as needed.

1. Coordinate’s production activities between all three (3) shifts.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Experience in a chemical processing environment including: interacting with production personnel; developing and troubleshooting chemical processes; an awareness of safety protocols while working with chemicals under various conditions (pressure and temperature) Must have the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field such as Chemical Engineering from a four-year college or university is required. 5 to 10 years of experience is preferred, however, all candidates with strong mechanical aptitude, a solid background in Chemistry and relevant experience will be considered. 

Language Ability:

Demonstrated ability to make successful presentations to individuals and/or groups at all levels of an organization.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.   Ability to deal effectively with a variety of individuals at all organizational levels.  Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.  

Math Ability:

Candidate must be able to calculate reaction stoichiometric quantities, percent yields and interpret GC plots to determine the reaction status or nature of reaction purity.

Reasoning Ability: 

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.  

Computer Skills: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer skills and knowledge of how to use Office 365, develop spreadsheets, and ERP and Planning Systems, , inventory software and contact management systems.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and chemicals pertinent to the processes and may be occasionally exposed to allergens. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb stairs balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.