Chemist

Ecolab is seeking a Chemist to join our team in Houston TX. As a Chemist youll lead hands-on testing and method development to support product development product line maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives. Youll collaborate with cross-functional teams contribute technical insights and play a key role in refining test protocols and delivering data that drives customer value.

Position Details:

• Location:Houston Technology Center
• Work Week & Shift:5 days a week in office at Houston Technology Center; Monday-Friday

Whats in it For You:

• Starting on Day 1: Access to our comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision matching 401K company-paid pension stock purchase plan paid parental leave select discounted childcare resources and more!
• The opportunity to take on some of the worlds most meaningful challenges helping customers achieve clean water safe food and healthy environments
• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people perspectives and ideas to achieve our best

What You Will Do:

• Conduct application and laboratory testing to support customer-driven and internal technical projects including analytical testing material evaluation and equipment performance assessments
• Collaborate with cross-functional product development teams to generate record and communicate laboratory data that supports innovative solutions and product improvements
• Gather and analyze data summarize findings in technical reports and share results with both internal stakeholders and external customers
• Maintain and manage databases of technical reports and documentation
• Prepare for and participate in customer tours and team meetings contributing technical insights and updates
• Build strong internal and external networks to coordinate specialized testing and convert findings into actionable customer-facing reports
• Document and improve test methods developing new protocols and enhancing precision and accuracy through statistical experiments
• Lead small-scale technical projects focused on product improvements cost savings or regulatory compliance while ensuring adherence to lab safety and 5S standards

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• 2 years working experience
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Immigration sponsorship is not offered for this role

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry Biology Chemical Engineering or relevant science discipline
• Proficiency and expertise in utilizing calibrating and maintaining technical laboratory equipment
• Experience with statistical methods for data analysis and trending
• Strong interpersonal communication skills including excellent oral and technical writing capabilities
• Experience multi-tasking and manage numerous projects simultaneously