Research and Development Filtration Scientist

Research and Development Filtration Scientist

Location: Onsite, Waupaca WI

Reports To: R&D Supervisor or R&D Manager

Employment Status: Full Time

Travel: Up to 15%

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday with occasional weekends

Pay: $60,000 to $75,000/year

Benefits: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance;
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401K with matching.

Position Overview:

Join a team dedicated to advancing filtration technology through innovation, quality, and scientific excellence! In this role, you'll conduct laboratory research, collaborate with talented colleagues across the organization, and see your ideas translate into real-world results. We value quality, safety, open communication, and teamwork as we work together to solve complex challenges and deliver exceptional products for our customers.

• Organize, plan, execute, and evaluate research and development projects, experiments, and trials with limited supervision.
• Develop innovative filtration products, processes, and technologies by translating concepts into actionable plans, prototypes, and validation activities.
• Design and perform laboratory and pilot-scale testing, spending the majority of time conducting hands‑on research, data collection, and analysis.
• Lead customer application testing and technical service projects to develop solutions for specific filtration and process challenges.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including validation protocols, production trial plans, standard operating procedures, specifications, and customer support materials.
• Lead the setup, maintenance, calibration, and operation of laboratory equipment, testing systems, and research instrumentation.
• Manage and support research initiatives, product development efforts, quality investigations, complaint resolution activities, and field application projects.

• 2-4 years of prior lab industry experience in research and development or quality function required.
• High school Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor of Science or technical degree in chemistry, material science, engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Prior industry experience in winemaking or brewing preferred.
• Sensory experience in wine, beer, or distilled spirits preferred.

• This position typically functions in a combination of lab and office environments. There is possible travel to other sites and customer locations. There will be exposure to moderate noise levels, fumes, dust, chemicals, heat/cold, allergens, and travel environments.

Gusmer Enterprises, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and supporting internal career growth. All qualified internal applicants will receive consideration consistent with company policies.