Huntsman

Process Development Chemist

Posted on: 6 Feb 2021

Mcintosh, AL

Job Description

Job Description:

We are currently looking for a dynamic individual as a Process Development Chemist for our Advanced Materials organization at our plant located in McIntosh, Alabama.

The Process Development Chemist oversees independently managing Process Development mandates in order to support NPI and Manufacturing improvement initiatives with the consideration of PSM/EHS requirement. The position requires management of the accountabilities and share the knowledge, experience, and practice across the global process development organization.

What will be expected from you?

* Execute mandates using state of the art tools and methodologies to deliver safe, practical, economic solutions with no adverse environmental effect.
* Drive action plan with respect of deadline and available resource (internal, analytics, external upon request).
* Innovates by developing new tools and methodologies for mandate execution.
* Propose solutions to improve productivity, EHS, PSM, quality and reliability.
* Act as process owner in projects taking results into production. Work as team member at process/product introduction.
* Manage knowledge / reporting with respect of quality standards.
* Be a valuable point of contact for our internal customers like PM's, Marketing, Technology & Innovation, Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering.
* Implement new product introduction, including feasibility study, define and develop process parameters with PSM/EHS review and procedure, cost evaluation/estimation, technical package preparation, etc.
* Support the business portfolio by a rapid and efficient scale up from lab to production.
* Work toward a zero harms objective.
* Ensure day to day work is carried out in a safe manner and all near misses, incidents and accidents are reported/Investigated
* Implement EHS/PSM procedure (e.g. MOC, JSA, RA, etc..), and support site HAZOP studies.

What are we looking for in the ideal candidate?

* Minimum of Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or relevant discipline.
* Masters degree or PhD highly preferred.
* 5+ years of experience in a laboratory, production or process development area, preferably in a multinational (industrial) company within chemical manufacturing.
* Knowledge in organic chemistry, polymeric chemistry and epoxy chemistry.
* Knowledge in chemical engineering and understanding of chemical production process.
* In-depth knowledge in analytical methodology and proficient with statistic principles.
* Excellent computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes).
* Project Management skills.

**U.S. Citizenship is required for this position**

What can we offer you?

Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated and specialty chemicals with 2019 revenues of approximately $7 billion. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 70 manufacturing, R&D and operations facilities in approximately 30 countries and employ approximately 9,000 associates within our four distinct business divisions. For more information about Huntsman, please visit the company's website at www.huntsman.com.

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Huntsman

The Woodlands, TX

About us

We serve a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets, including: transportation, home life, construction, energy and fuels, and clothing and footwear. We develop products that address customers’ needs and help provide solutions to some of the world’s greatest challenges. Through our four divisions, we operate in more than 30 countries around the world, employing approximately 10,000 associates.

We are dedicated to giving our customers the finest quality products and service available. Our customers are valued partners who permit us to remain in business and we are privileged to serve their needs.

OUR MISSION

We will operate safe, clean, efficient facilities in an environmentally and socially responsible manner.

We will provide a work environment that fosters teamwork, innovation, accountability and open communication. We will place into society assistance for those who suffer, hope for those who may need inspiration and education for those who may feel the challenge but do not have the means.

We have an aggressive growth philosophy that reflects the spirit of free enterprise and maximization of long- term profits and the best motives for creating mutual benefits for customers, employees, suppliers and the communities in which we are located.

OUR VALUES

We believe that ethical and moral standards are the foundation of good business policies, and will operate with integrity. We strive for participative management and employee involvement at all levels because each employee is an associate in our business and a vital part of our family.

We recognize the basic contribution of each individual and will provide opportunities for personal growth and development. Benefits and compensation will reward performance both individually and collectively. We subscribe to these principles and strive every working day to improve their application.