Shift Process Technician I

About the role

Croda is a FTSE100 organization dedicated to Smart Science to Improve Lives™. With operations spanning 39 countries, we focus on developing innovative and sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors. We seek a Shift Process Technician to join our Research Manufacturing Team.

Responsibilities

• Perform chromatographic purification
• Perform solvent removal by rotary evaporations
• Perform product synthesis and natural extractions
• Follow product specific procedures and fully document work
• Document procedures in an electronic notebook
• Perform precipitations, filtrations, and partitions
• Perform freeze drying and vacuum drying
• Pack and tear down of chromatography columns
• Clean glassware and maintain laboratory equipment
• Empty trash in production areas and support areas
• Perform facility cleaning, sanitation of glassware, equipment, and fume hoods
• Install and replace compressed gas cylinders
• Perform label printing and verification
• Perform upkeep of employee training records
• Report and address any problems in daily manufacturing
• Transfer hazardous or non-hazardous waste materials to collection areas for disposal or recycling
• Prepare and align individual performance goals with department goals
• Complete company-required training programs
• Adhere to all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures for health, safety, and environmental compliance

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate degree or bachelor’s in chemistry, chemical engineering, biology or related field preferred
• At least one year of experience as a Research Assistant I or equivalent experience
• Oral & written proficiency in the English language
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Attention to detail, math skills, computer skills, work standards, teamwork
• Basic equipment troubleshooting
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for a minimum of 8 hours a day
• Ability to lift 50 pounds

Qualifications

To understand the importance of following safety procedures and the correct use of PPE.

Skills

• Chemical processing
• Lab equipment operation
• Documentation and record-keeping
• Equipment maintenance
• Facility cleaning
• Compressed gas handling
• Labeling and verification
• Training and performance management
• Health, safety, and environmental compliance

Benefits

Includes excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous PTO, 401K match, wellness reimbursement, parental leave, career development, company-paid and voluntary life and AD&D insurance, short and long-term disability, paid holidays, and more.

Pay

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Schedule

On-site position based at Croda's Alabaster, AL site.