Sr. Chemist

Job Description

WR Grace is a leading Manufacturer of Specialty Chemicals and is seeking a Sr. Chemist for the Analytical Services Center at our Baltimore/Curtis Bay, MD Plant. 

Responsibilities

• Supervises and develops a team of 5-10 technicians; may also have indirect reports.
• Performs chemical analyses and scientific tests using both routine and special techniques in compliance with all safety standards.
• Responsible and held accountable for compliance with all Critical Life Safety Policies, Environmental, Health and Safety training, policies and procedures.
• Active leadership in multiple safety programs, along with the ability to work safely and maintain a clean and orderly lab environment
• Collects, analyzes and processes laboratory samples.
• Records results of tests, organizes data, performs basic advanced computations, and prepares reports and analyses using standard procedures and guidelines.
• Installs, operates, maintains and repairs laboratory test equipment, apparatus, systems and supplies. Provides technical support to customers as applicable by lab area.
• Demonstrates a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Ensure analytical data and services meet internal and external customer needs and expectations, including customer visits and audits.
• Developing a multi-discipline team to support the ASC
• Makes a significant contribution to the development of the ASC with a focus on efficiency and continuous improvement. 
• Supports a cadence of Best Practices shared among sister sites. 
   

Required Qualifications

• B.S. or higher in Chemistry or related scientific fields require
• Prior experience in laboratory environment required.
• Will typically have at least 3-6 years related technical experience
• 3-5 years of supervisory experience in a laboratory environment required
• Cross functional technical expertise in laboratory environment required
• Work with a cross-functional team to deliver method updates and improvements through Management of Change.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong safety focus. Holds safety as a top priority while working in a team setting.
• The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and interpersonal skills with advanced knowledge in chemistry, math, and computers.
• Familiarity with computer programs such as MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Minitab. Self-direction and the ability to work according to priorities are necessary.
• Strong written and oral communications skills along with computer experience are important. 
• Has intermediate to advanced skills in an analytical or scientific method or operational process.
• Displays strong Grace leadership behaviors.
• Results-focused with strong project management skills.
• Demonstrates consistent commitment and driving improvement to KPI’s
• Demonstrates solid understanding of cross functional laboratory techniques

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Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability 
• Grace Wellness Program
• Flexible Workplace 
• Retirement Plans  
• 401(k) Company Match – Dollar to dollar up to the first 6%
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave (salaried only)
• Tuition Reimbursement 
• Company Donation Match Program

Other Compensation