Process Chemist I, II, or III

Brewer Science • Rolla, MO

61d • Onsite

About The Position

Process Chemists are integral members of the chemical manufacturing team, each contributing to the development, optimization, and scale-up of manufacturing processes. From conducting routine experiments to leading process development projects, these roles involve hands-on laboratory work, data analysis, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, process efficiency, and continuous improvement across all levels of expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related discipline or An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related field and 2+ years of relevant experience or Master's degree in relevant engineering field or An equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related discipline and 4+ years of experience or Master's degree in Chemistry or related discipline and 2+ years of experience or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments following established protocols and procedures to support process development and optimization.
• Conduct chemical analysis and characterization of raw materials, intermediates, and final products.
• Compile and analyze experimental data, prepare technical reports, and communicate findings to cross-functional teams.
• Keep a well-documented laboratory notebook and have it co-signed within two weeks.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving process-related issues by conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions; help create new testing processes.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration records, and inventory of chemicals and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operation of the laboratory.
• Present project updates during team meetings.
• Ensure normal functioning of chemistry equipment sets, troubleshoot, and resolve issues that interfere with chemical synthesis.
• Design, conduct, and execute laboratory experiments encompassing synthesis, sample preparation, and performance characterization to evaluate process parameters, identify optimization opportunities, and troubleshoot process issues.
• Analyze experimental data using statistical methods and interpret results to draw meaningful conclusions and make data-driven recommendations.
• Collaborate with process engineers and other stakeholders to scale up laboratory processes to pilot or production scale, ensuring process robustness and scalability.
• Perform method development, expansion, validation, and documentation for methods aimed at monitoring process performance and product quality.
• Author reports on results obtained from material characterization and testing.
• Participate in technology transfer activities, including the transfer of new processes from research and development to manufacturing.
• Implement efficiency or cost reduction initiatives as appropriate.
• May train new team members or technicians.
• Create new testing processes and improve upon current processes
• Provide processing assistance to sales and customer support for sample requests.
• Initiate action(s) to prevent the occurrence of non-conformities.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff, including training on laboratory techniques, data analysis methods, and best practices in process development.
• Collaborate on process development projects from concept to commercialization, including experimental design, data analysis, and process scale-up activities
• Ensure that all process chemistry facilities, workspaces, and equipment are well maintained, cleaned, and operated in accordance with industry standards and safe practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project objectives, timelines, and resource requirements, and ensure alignment with business goals and priorities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, long- and short-term disability, identity theft protection, and pet insurance
• Paid leave, including community service leave, wellness breaks, and other special leave
• Employee stock ownership, 401k, and bonus plans
• Educational assistance & employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees