Process Chemist (Gelest)

About the role

Gelest, Inc., part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group, is hiring a Process Chemist to join our team in Morrisville, PA. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to our mission of delivering innovative specialty chemical solutions to customers worldwide.

The Process Chemist is responsible for synthesizing and purifying existing and custom compounds to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and safe production of chemical compounds and products. This role involves collaboration with various departments, including research and development (R&D), quality control, and production, to ensure that processes meet industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Principal Accountabilities

• Process development, scale-up and manufacturing of various organosilanes, silicones and metal-organic compounds on a scale from 1 liter to multi-tons.
• Independently carry out chemical reactions, perform purification techniques and evaluate analytical results of synthesized products. Use feedback from processes to make necessary adjustments.
• Monitor and optimize chemical production processes to maximize efficiency, yield, and quality.
• Investigate and resolve production issues, ensuring minimal disruption to manufacturing schedules.
• Ensure production processes comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality control protocols.
• Document all production activities, including preliminary paperwork, process parameters, deviations, and corrective actions.
• Operate various pieces of production and support equipment including drums, analytical equipment, forklifts and other equipment as needed.
• Work in a team setting and convey information about the status of reactions to others.
• Promote and enforce adherence to safety protocols and environmental regulations.
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and good working conditions in all work areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/ Experience/skills

• Minimum 2 years college chemistry required. Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Frequent lifting of up to and over 50 lbs.
• Stand for extended periods, lift heavy equipment, operate various hand tools and wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Able to operate or learn to operate a forklift
• Be aware of fire, safety and chemical hazards.
• Pass respirator fit test as required by OSHA
• Must be able to hear and respond to all communications and alarms
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts.
• Availability to consider fixed weekday day/night and weekend day/night schedule(s) based on company open position needs.

Pay and benefits

Gelest, located in Morrisville, PA-conveniently accessible from Interstate 95, Route 1, and the PA/NJ Turnpikes-offers a rewarding career with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous paid time off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and optional supplemental plans for employees and their families
• 401(k) with a competitive company match
• Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Eligibility for an annual performance bonus
• Company-provided uniforms, work boots, and PPE

The salary range for this position is $27.00 (entry level) - $33.00 per hour. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.