Production Chemist

Ascensus Specialties LLC; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Production Chemist to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will perform routine chemical productions and process developments, ensuring high-quality outputs while collaborating with colleagues in R&D and operations. Your expertise in inorganic and organic chemistry, along with your strong organizational and analytical skills, will be crucial in evaluating production processes and suggesting improvements. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects in a safe and supportive environment, where your efforts will directly impact the success of the organization.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

3 Weeks' Vacation

12 Paid Holidays

Basic Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in laboratory chemical processes.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine chemical production based on written procedures.
• Maintain a clear and detailed lab notebook and production records.

Skills

General Inorganic Chemistry

General Organic Chemistry

Laboratory Chemical Processes

Problem-Solving Skills

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Self-Starter

Organizational Skills

Education

Associate Degree in Chemistry or Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Engineering

Tools

Teams

Salesforce

SharePoint

Electronic Notebooks

Job description

Production Chemist

Application Deadline: 30 April 2025

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Newburyport, MA

Reporting To: Laboratory Production Manager

Description

Performs routine chemical productions and process developments based on provided work instructions and training in a safe and high-quality manner. Works collaboratively with internal laboratory production colleagues, R&D, operations, and quality during directed development efforts.

Key Responsibilities

1. Performs and completes routine chemical production based on written procedures or direct instruction within expected timelines.
2. Ability to set up all required equipment for production of products and other related activities.
3. Evaluates his/her projects/production (e.g. in process parameters and quality control measures) and offers suggestions for improvements.
4. Capable of running routine in-process control tests based upon written and direct instructions.
5. Responsible for maintaining a clear and detailed lab notebook and production records.
6. Responsible for maintaining a neat, clean, and safe work area.
7. Performs other duties of similar complexity as directed.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Associate degree in chemistry or engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience.
2. Proficiency in general inorganic and organic chemistry.
3. Demonstrated experience in laboratory chemical processes and techniques.
4. Experience working with products that may pose special hazards, such as air-sensitive, moisture-sensitive, pyrophoric, high-energy, toxic, high-potency, etc., as well as synthetic organic, organometallic, or inorganic chemistries and associated equipment and techniques (e.g., glove boxes, Schlenk techniques).
5. Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
6. Self-starter with the ability to manage priorities and workflow.
7. Capacity to work independently and handle multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
8. Strong interpersonal skills.
9. Proficient in collaboration tools such as Teams, Salesforce, SharePoint, and Electronic notebooks.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in chemistry or engineering with 0-2+ years of relevant experience.

Benefits

1. Medical, Dental, Vision - effective day one of employment.
2. 401(k) with company match with immediate vesting - effective first of the month, following date of hire.
   • First 3% is matched dollar-for-dollar.
   • Second 3% is matched at 70 cents on the dollar.
3. 3 Weeks' Vacation.
4. 12 Paid Holidays.
5. Basic Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD provided at no cost to employee.