• The Senior Chemist leads complex analytical testing to ensure product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance, while developing and validating methods, interpreting data, and resolving technical issues
• They also support Quality Analysts during daytime operations, mentor junior staff, maintain documentation, and drive continuous improvement through cross-functional collaboration
• Foster CHX's vision of a Goal Zero safety culture by working safely and ensuring others are working safely
• Lead complex troubleshooting of in-process problem batches (reactions and blends), leveraging instrumental data and advanced chemical knowledge
• Drive and contribute to root cause investigations for failed or atypical batches; author comprehensive technical reports to support continuous improvement
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve recurring manufacturing issues and optimize processes
• Lead efforts to reduce liability inventory by analyzing and dispositioning non-conforming materials
• Perform instrument calibration and maintenance
• Oversee technology transfer from Research/Pilot Plant to full-scale production, anticipating and mitigating scale-up challenges
• Analyze trends in product specifications and recommend changes to enhance quality and performance
• Provide expert-level technical support to Sales and Marketing, including resolution of customer complaints and field performance issues
• Mentor and train plant personnel on product chemistry, troubleshooting techniques, and best practices
• Optimize testing methods to eliminate unnecessary analysis and reduce cycle time
• Act as a subject matter expert in cross-functional teams and strategic projects aligned with business goals
• Provide support to Quality Analyst as needed during daytime operations

Perform other duties aligned with company objectives of Safety, Service, and Savings

Master's degree with 5 years of relevant experience

Ability to interpret data from advanced analytical techniques to solve problems (GC, GPC, NMR, FTIR, etc)

This is your opportunity to join a large growing company offering a competitive base salary and benefits