Process Chemist Engineer

Date: Apr 6, 2024

Location: North Canton

Company: Wacker Chemical Corporation

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

To strengthen our team in North Canton,

we are looking for you as a(n) Process Chemist Engineer - SILMIX OH.

Responsibilities:

Maintain and improve production recipes to optimize quality and efficiency by becoming an expert in the assigned production area.
Troubleshoot chemistry/process problems in the production area by strategically utilizing available laboratory resources and by being available to operators with production processes.
Provide crucial link between business teams (Technical Manager), QA and production to support introduction of new products and transfer globally harmonized products.
Investigation / Root Cause Analysis of quality failures and production chemistry related complaints.
Supervise QA department and assist in designing new and improving existing test methods.
Develop rework / blend-off recipes for off-specification material. Manage assigned inventory of raw materials and products.
Review material inventory for disposition.

Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree in Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Materials Science or other science. Alternatively, Bachelors degree with experience in chemical manufacturing industry.
1 years in technical role in a chemical manufacturing environment and/or QA/QC laboratory.
Chemical Plant Production Environment/Chemistry
Problem Solving / Trouble Shooting / Statistical Data Analysis
Strong Communication and Documentation Skills - Written and Verbal
Self-Starter / Self-Motivated / Team Player
Working knowledge of silicone chemistry or broad knowledge of organic or inorganic chemistry
Supervision of 3 process lab technicians in a 24/5 production environment

What do we offer?

WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.

WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.

Compensation and Incentive plans
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
Paid parental leave
Wellbeing fund
Flexible hybrid work arrangements
401(k) with company match
Education Assistance Program
Career development and advancement opportunities
Support for Community Involvement

We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
Reference Code: 26714

The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.