Research and Development Filtration Scientist

Gusmer Enterprises, Inc.; Waupaca (WI); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401K with matching

Résumé du poste

Gusmer Enterprises, Inc. is seeking a Research and Development Filtration Scientist to join the onsite team in Waupaca, WI. The role focuses on laboratory research, data collection, and cross-functional collaboration to advance filtration technologies.

Responsibilities include planning and executing R&D projects, developing new filtration products, and leading testing and validation activities. Travel up to 15% and a competitive benefits package accompany this full-time position.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of lab R&D or quality function experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• BS in chemistry, materials science, engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Winemaking or brewing experience preferred.
• Sensory experience in wine, beer, or spirits preferred.

Responsabilités

• Organize, plan, execute, and evaluate R&D projects, experiments, and trials with limited supervision.
• Develop filtration products, processes, and technologies from concepts to validated plans.
• Design and perform lab and pilot-scale testing with hands-on data collection and analysis.
• Lead customer application testing and technical service projects.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including validation protocols and SOPs.
• Set up, maintain, calibrate, and operate lab equipment and instrumentation.
• Support research initiatives, product development, quality investigations, and field projects.

Connaissances

Lab research

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Formation

Highschool Diploma/GED

BS in chemistry/materials/engineering

Description du poste

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.