Quality Control Chemist
Job Description
Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.
For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Perform quality control analyses to verify the quality of manufactured polymers in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Perform quality control analyses to verify the quality of raw materials and in-process parameters for pre-polymerization intermediates.
- Perform laboratory calculations to adjust finished and in-process product characteristics within the required specification range.
- Record quality data and any adjustment activities accurately and completely in both written and electronic formats using laboratory notebooks and the SAP database.
- Participate in investigations of non-conforming products and communicate required quality results and observations to Process Chemistry and Operations teams.
- Participate in daily production meetings and weekly safety meetings.
- Maintain the accuracy of analytical equipment by performing routine calibrations once per shift.
- Restock laboratory supplies and chemicals and assist with inventory management.
- Maintain a safe and orderly work area through daily housekeeping and weekly inspection activities.
- Manage all chemicals and waste (hazardous and non-hazardous) in accordance with RCRA regulations and OSHA Hazard Communication Standards.
Experience:
- Preferred experience with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, GC, moisture balance, T90 titrator, KF titrator, refractometer, pH meter, bulk viscometer, and centrifuge.
- Previous laboratory experience is preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or a related field.
Personal Skills:
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Demonstrates interest in laboratory work and practical lab skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrates a sense of urgency and ability to prioritize tasks.
- Flexible, proactive, and detail-oriented.
- Strong time management, multitasking, planning, and communication skills.
- Open to continuous learning and professional development.
Physical Work Environment and Requirements:
- Ability to stand and sit in a laboratory environment.
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform key testing procedures.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
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We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [email protected]
The expected compensation range for this position is between $52,760.00 and $77,374.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.