Scientist Production Chemistry

Scientist – Organic Chemistry

Location:

Rockford, IL

$ 25.00/hour

Entry-Level to Experienced

Welcome to apply

We are seeking Scientists with a background in Chemistry to support organic chemistry synthesis and manufacturing operations in Rockford, Illinois. This is an excellent opportunity for recent Chemistry graduates with hands-on laboratory experience who are looking to begin or advance their careers in a scientific manufacturing environment.

The Scientist will perform organic chemistry syntheses, product analysis, process development, scientific investigations, and manufacturing activities while supporting quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Perform organic chemistry syntheses in a manufacturing environment.

• Follow written production documents and procedures to manufacture products and maintain appropriate inventory.

• Apply scientific knowledge to understand team products, their applications, and manufacturing processes.

• Produce and analyze reagents, components, work-in-process materials, and finished products according to manufacturing plans.

• Maintain accurate inventory of raw materials, WIP, and finished products using ERP systems.

• Analyze, interpret, and summarize scientific data.

• Identify manufacturing problems, investigate process variables, conduct appropriate experiments, and recommend corrective actions.

• Maintain complete and accurate documentation using Batch Data Records, laboratory notebooks, customer reports, work orders, and other required documentation.

• Evaluate, revise, and create process documentation to support efficient, reproducible, and high‑quality manufacturing processes.

• Ensure manufacturing and process documents meet established quality standards.

• Participate in continuous improvement activities focused on product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and testing.

• Communicate effectively with team members and representatives from other departments.

• Participate in team activities, including scheduling, conflict resolution, team building, and problem‑solving.

• Support manufacturing scheduling and coordinate resources to efficiently utilize time and materials.

• Participate in New Product Development, Product Development, and Process Development activities.

• Work collaboratively with R&D and Manufacturing Sciences throughout product and process development.

• Participate in investigations and implement experiments to address unexpected product or process results.

• Support cross‑functional problem‑solving teams as needed.

• Follow all EH&S and laboratory safety requirements .

• Seek opportunities for continued professional development through training, seminars, meetings, and other educational activities.

• Strong technical writing skills.

• Excellent time management and ability to work independently.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple and changing projects.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to interpret and clearly summarize scientific results.

• Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking abilities.

• Ability to work effectively in a team‑based environment.

• Ability to provide work direction and demonstrate leadership when needed.

• Ability to manufacture scientific research and commercial products for the life sciences industry.

• Understanding of production and large‑scale manufacturing procedures.

• Ability to contribute to process improvement and New Product Development/Introduction activities.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a related Chemistry discipline .

• Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

• Hands‑on laboratory experience gained through academic coursework, research, internships, or related experience.