Assistant Mill Chemist

Why Join Us?

Are you a chemical engineer or paper science professional ready to take your hands-on technical skills to the next level? As our Assistant Mill Chemist, you won't just sit behind a desk—you will be the co-pilot of our chemical systems, directly influencing safety, product quality, and production efficiency. Working side-by-side with our Mill Chemist and production team, you will have a massive impact on our daily operations, spearheading innovation through trials, and helping shape the future of our mill. If you thrive in dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environments and love solving complex, real-world problems, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do (Essential Duties & Responsibilities)

• Innovate & Optimize: Design, run, and evaluate chemical trials to improve performance, alongside designing and installing cutting-edge chemical equipment.
• System Ownership: Manage and maintain robust chemical delivery systems and raw material inventories.
• Financial Impact: Monitor, report, and optimize chemical costs to drive mill efficiency.
• Culture of Safety: Uphold and champion the highest safety standards across all chemical areas.
• Empower the Team: Monitor laboratory equipment and train operators on technical and chemical concepts to build a stronger crew.

What You Bring to the Table

• Education & Experience: Degree: Bachelor of Science (4-year) in Pulp and Paper Science, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related technical field. Minimum of 2 years of experience in Paper Mill Chemistry or Chemical Technical Service (Direct Paper Mill experience is highly preferred).
• Skills & Core Competencies:
• Technical Expertise: A strong foundation in chemistry, process engineering, and papermaking chemistry.
• Analytical Problem Solving: Ability to use college-level algebra, geometry, and calculus to troubleshoot process, equipment, and quality issues.
• Aptitude: Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude combined with robust computer literacy (including Microsoft Office).
• Communication: Excellent English verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for team training.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• The Floor: Spending about 65% of your day on the production floor in a fast-paced, hot, and noisy industrial manufacturing environment (hearing protection required).
• Safety First: Regularly working with and managing hazardous chemicals safely.
• Physical Agility: Regularly standing, walking, reaching, and lifting/moving up to 50 pounds.
• Visual acuity (color, depth perception, focus) is critical for lab and trial evaluations.
• Flexibility: Participating in a regular on-call rotation schedule within the chemical department to support continuous mill operations.

Ready to Join our Team?

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth. Lucrative Incentive Plan: Earn up to 100% of one month's base salary every quarter through our mill incentive program!

Paid Holidays & Vacation
Company Provided Uniforms
Annual Safety Allowances for Boots ($300) & Glasses ($250)
Excellent Benefits Package:
Medical (HSA Plan), Dental, and Vision Plans
401K Plan with Company Match
Supplemental Life, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance plans
Short Term & Long Term Disability Plans
Legal and Travel Assistance Plans
EAP/Home Auto Insurance Plans
Wireless/Auto/Discount Plans
Career Growth:
We are committed to your professional development with practical application training that may include travel to other Pratt Paper Mills and ongoing educational certificate programs.