Research and Development Filtration Scientist

Gusmer Enterprises, Inc.; Waupaca (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401K with matching

Job summary

Gusmer Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Research and Development Filtration Scientist to advance filtration technology in an onsite Waupaca, WI lab. The role emphasizes experimental design, data analysis, and collaboration with teams to translate ideas into validated products.

Responsibilities include planning studies, developing new filtration processes, and maintaining thorough technical documentation. Travel up to 15% and a Monday–Friday schedule with occasional weekends support a dynamic

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of lab industry experience in R&D or quality function.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor of Science or technical degree in chemistry, material science, engineering, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize, plan, execute, and evaluate research and development projects with limited supervision.
• Develop innovative filtration products, processes, and technologies from concepts to prototypes and validation.
• Design and perform laboratory and pilot-scale testing with hands-on data collection and analysis.
• Lead customer application testing and technical service projects for filtration and process challenges.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including validation protocols and SOPs.

Skills

Lab experience

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma/GED

B.S. in chemistry/materials science/engineering or related

Job description

Research and Development Filtration Scientist

Location: Onsite, Waupaca WI

Reports To: R&D Supervisor or R&D Manager

Employment Status: Full Time

Travel: Up to 15%

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday with occasional weekends

Pay: $60,000 to $75,000/year

Benefits: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance; Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401K with matching.

Position Overview: Join a team dedicated to advancing filtration technology through innovation, quality, and scientific excellence! In this role, you'll conduct laboratory research, collaborate with talented colleagues across the organization, and see your ideas translate into real-world results. We value quality, safety, open communication, and teamwork as we work together to solve complex challenges and deliver exceptional products for our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Organize, plan, execute, and evaluate research and development projects, experiments, and trials with limited supervision.
• Develop innovative filtration products, processes, and technologies by translating concepts into actionable plans, prototypes, and validation activities.
• Design and perform laboratory and pilot-scale testing, spending the majority of time conducting hands‑on research, data collection, and analysis.
• Lead customer application testing and technical service projects to develop solutions for specific filtration and process challenges.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including validation protocols, production trial plans, standard operating procedures, specifications, and customer support materials.
• Lead the setup, maintenance, calibration, and operation of laboratory equipment, testing systems, and research instrumentation.
• Manage and support research initiatives, product development efforts, quality investigations, complaint resolution activities, and field application projects.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of prior lab industry experience in research and development or quality function required.
• Highschool Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor of Science or technical degree in chemistry, material science, engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Prior industry experience in winemaking or brewing preferred.
• Sensory experience in wine, beer, or distilled spirits preferred.

Work Environment

• This position typically functions in a combination of lab and office environments. There is possible travel to other sites and customer locations. There will be exposure to moderate noise levels, fumes, dust, chemicals, heat/cold, allergens, and travel environments.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Gusmer Enterprises, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and supporting internal career growth. All qualified internal applicants will receive consideration consistent with company policies.