Description: Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Perform organic chemistry syntheses in a manufacturing environment.
• Follow written production documents and execute manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Maintain inventory of products and manufacturing materials.
• Apply scientific knowledge of products and their applications to support production and suggest process improvements.
• Produce and analyze reagents, components, and finished products according to manufacturing plans.
• Maintain accurate inventory of raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods using ERP systems.
• Analyze and interpret scientific data.
• Utilize specialized technical and scientific skills as required.
• Collaborate and communicate with cross-functional teams and departments.
• Coordinate resources with internal and external teams to support operational needs.
• Participate in team activities such as scheduling, conflict resolution, and team-building initiatives.
• Identify manufacturing issues, investigate root causes, perform experiments, and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation, including Batch Data Records, notebooks, work orders, and reports.
• Review, revise, and create process documentation to ensure efficient, reproducible, and quality manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and continuously improve manufacturing processes and product quality.
• Promote and communicate quality-focused practices within the team.
• Support department goals related to quality, safety, and on-time delivery.
• Pursue ongoing professional development through training, seminars, and educational opportunities.
• Participate in investigations and experiments to resolve product or process failures.
• Work with planning and purchasing teams to develop and execute manufacturing schedules.
• Optimize the use of team resources, materials, and production time.
• Understand and interpret the scientific principles behind manufacturing processes.
• Participate in cross-functional problem-solving initiatives.
• Support New Product Development (NPD) and process development activities in partnership with R&D and Manufacturing Sciences.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) guidelines.

Key Skills

• Strong technical and scientific writing abilities.
• Excellent time management and ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to clearly interpret and summarize scientific data and results.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Leadership skills with the ability to provide work direction and guidance.
• Experience working in a team-based manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of large-scale production and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ability to support product development, product introduction, and team management activities.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and inventory management processes.

Minimum Qualifications: (must have)Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry (preferred) or equivalent disciplines. Minimum 2-3 years of manufacturing experience.

* Preferred Qualifications (nice to have)Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry