About the Company
DuPont (NYSE: DD) is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. From automotive to electronics, water to healthcare, we deliver essential innovations that empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. Our legacy of scientific discovery and commitment to sustainability drive us to create a better future.
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Process Development Chemist to join our dynamic R&D and Manufacturing team in New Port Richey, FL. This critical role involves bridging the gap between laboratory-scale chemical processes and full-scale manufacturing. The successful candidate will be instrumental in optimizing existing processes, developing new process methodologies, and ensuring seamless scale-up from pilot to commercial production, all while upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. This is a top-pay opportunity for a chemist passionate about making a tangible impact on product development and industrialization.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and optimize chemical processes from laboratory to pilot plant scale, and ultimately to full commercial production.
- Conduct experimental work to understand reaction kinetics, thermodynamics, and mass transfer phenomena.
- Troubleshoot process issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions to improve yield, purity, and cycle time.
- Collaborate closely with R&D, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure robust and scalable processes.
- Develop and implement analytical methods for in-process control and final product testing.
- Prepare detailed process documentation, including batch records, operating procedures, and technical reports.
- Adhere to all safety regulations, environmental policies, and quality management systems (e.g., GMP, ISO).
- Evaluate and implement new technologies and equipment to enhance process efficiency and capability.
- Provide technical support and training to manufacturing personnel during scale-up and routine production.
Required Skills
- Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of organic and inorganic chemistry.
- Proven experience in chemical process development and scale-up from lab to manufacturing.
- Proficiency in analytical techniques (HPLC, GC, NMR, FTIR, MS, calorimetry).
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting and cross-functional collaboration.
- Familiarity with process safety principles and hazard analysis (e.g., HAZOP).
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) and statistical process control (SPC).
- Knowledge of cGMP environments and regulatory requirements for chemical manufacturing.
- Lean Six Sigma certification.
- Experience in specialty chemicals or materials science industry.
Perks & Benefits
- Competitive top-tier salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Opportunities for professional development, training, and career advancement.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Wellness initiatives and on-site facilities.
How to Apply
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- An up-to-date Resume or CV
- A brief cover letter summarizing your experience and motivation
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
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