Chemistry Laboratory Technician

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries including consumer industrial institutional food and beverage and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity the companys product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries process aids functional additives and cleaners and disinfectants as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies enhance product quality protect plant assets minimize environmental impact and create cleaner and safer environments.

Headquartered in Wilmington Delaware the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company recognized fouryears in a row. For more information about Solenis please visit .

Perks of working with us!

• Competitive health wellness benefit plan

• Continuous professional development with many opportunities for growth!

• Recharge with 15 days of paid time off

• Competitive Salary and Bonuses

• 401k Plan

• Flexible working hours

Description

The technician in the R&D Innovation Development group is primarily a role to support R&D efforts in the preparation testing and evaluation of new materials for potential use across the various business areas Diversey serves. You must demonstrate working knowledge of basic chemistry applications and making chemistry formulations. You must be able to apply and interpret standard scientific theories concepts and techniques. You will work under supervision from chemists and manager plan and perform laboratory assignments operate various machines test equipment in the evaluation of products and have a working knowledge of basic chemistry.

Responsibilities

• Making product formulations performing physical chemical or application tests on formulations routinely testing formulations and reporting results

• Evaluate products by performing standard and non-standard test methods

• Contributes to the development of new and improved test methods or equipment under the supervision of a scientist

• Operates and maintains departmental equipment

• Proper data logging and reporting using the standard systems

• Pro-actively support the members of the technical team in projects

• Checks and maintains inventories of raw materials and supplies

• Introduce new team members to the equipment and how to use them

• Responsible for safe working conditions and adheres to local federal and institutional safety regulations and policies

• Committed to continuous training and self-development

Qualifications

• At least a 2-year degree in chemistry chemical engineering biochemistry or related area

• Scientific knowledge and ability to understand and carry out standard methods

• Experience required to efficiently perform a variety of research experiments and tests including setting up and operation of apparatus and equipment

• Ability to follow directions report any unexpected occurrences and use good judgement when working with hazardous materials

• Interpretation of results requires some deductive and inductive thinking

• Basic personal computer skills including word processing spreadsheets and databases are required

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We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what weve identified and you think you can bring value to the role wed love to learn more about you.

At Solenis we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation comprehensive benefits which include medical dental vision & 401K and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges whether in the lab or the field consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at