About the position
The primary purpose of this position is to provide technical solutions to Hydrite and its customers. This is accomplished by developing products and providing technical support to project teams, senior members of the Technology Group, Sales, Customers, Operations, SQRA, and Procurement.
Responsibilities
- Upholds Hydrite’s Standard of Excellence through a continuous commitment to maintain quality facilities and provide quality products and services to internal and external customers.
- Provides technical support to Sales, customers, Operations, SQRA, and Procurement.
- Conducts literature and patent research, competitive analysis, and comparative performance analysis.
- Applies principles of formulation, statistical analysis, and design of experiments (DOE) to develop new products.
- Completes lab requests as assigned, including raw material evaluations.
- Prepares samples for customers and field trials.
- Attends and provides guidance for pilot scale and customer trials.
- Manages projects utilizing project management best practices and provides project updates to key stakeholders.
- Provides guidance on key subject areas to other chemists.
- Documents all lab work thoroughly in laboratory notebook.
- Prepares reports and presentations summarizing laboratory work and findings.
- Provides all necessary information for the development of master product recipes.
- Provides continuous improvement through product and process evaluation.
- Practices safe laboratory techniques.
- Performs all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned.
- Participates in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s or degree or equivalent is required, preferably in chemistry, technology or equivalent.
- Minimum of 6 years professional laboratory or plant experience; experience with developing products is a plus.
- Must possess problem solving skills, be self-motivated, and initiate continuous improvement.
- Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.
- Strong computer skills and knowledge of Power Point, Word, and Excel required.
Benefits
- 401k and profit sharing
- Medical/dental/vision/life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Adoption assistance
- Legal services insurance
- Scholarship awards for children of employees
- Summer picnic
- Community giving events
- Free family wellness coaching including nutritionist and fitness coach
