Chemical Process Specialist
Wilmington, DE - USA
Job Summary
Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The companys 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.
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Perks of working with us!
Competitive health wellness benefit plan
Continuous professional development with many opportunities for growth!
Recharge with 15 days of paid time off
Competitive Salary and Bonuses
401k Plan
Ability to work remotely
Summary
The Chemical Process Specialist plays a critical role within the Global Process Technology organization acting as the bridge between R&D plant operations and commercial teams to deliver safe efficient and scalable manufacturing solutions. This position is responsible for supporting product commercialization optimizing manufacturing processes and improving cost quality and productivity across the Solenis plant network.
Responsibilities
Lead and support plant-scale trials for new product introductions
Adapt lab-developed formulations to full-scale manufacturing environments
Collaborate with R&D and operations to ensure successful commercialization
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality reduce costs and increase productivity
Troubleshoot plant performance issues using data analysis and operational insights
Conduct capacity sourcing debottlenecking and expansion analysis across the plant network
Lead product line steering teams across multiple sites
Serve as a central point connecting R&D engineering operations and business teams
Identify and implement standardized best practices across facilities
Support process design and specification for capital projects
Support toll manufacturing evaluations and insourcing initiatives
Conduct make-versus-buy analysis and cost assessments
Contribute to strategies that optimize plant utilization and cost structure
Prepare technical documentation including formulations specifications and reports
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering Chemistry or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
Minimum 510 years of experience in manufacturing process engineering or industrial operations
Strong understanding of chemical manufacturing processes and plant operations
Experience working cross-functionally with R&D operations engineering and business teams
Knowledge of Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) standards
Ability to travel approximately 2035% of the time
We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what weve identified and you think you can bring value to the role wed 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 / 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
The expected compensation range for this position is between $93530.00 and $137181.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills experience and other factors permitted by law.Required Experience:
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About Company
Diversey has been, and always will be, a pioneer and facilitator for life. We constantly deliver revolutionary cleaning and hygiene technologies that provide total confidence to our customers across all of our global sectors. Headquartered in Fort Mill, South Carolina, USA, Diversey e ... View more