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Shift Process Technician
Croda is a FTSE 100 organization where we truly believe our people are our difference and this, along with our values of Innovative, Responsible and Together, creates 'our Purpose, Smart science to improve lives™'. With over 5,000 employees globally, we specialize in the research and development of innovative ingredients for the Life Science and Consumer Care markets.
We are focused on developing our inclusive culture through accountability, collaboration and innovation. By joining Croda, you will be part of a team who are using smart science to create a more sustainable future.
As we deliver our ambitious 2030 Growth Strategy, we're looking for a Shift Process Technician, providing support to the Croda Alabaster Research Manufacturing team by performing processing and purification on a wide range of compounds.
Who We're Looking For:
• High school diploma or equivalent unless previous employment experience indicates aptitude. Associate degree or bachelor's in chemistry, chemical engineering, biology or related field preferred.
• To understand the importance of following safety procedures and the correct use of PPE.
• At least one year of experience as a Research Assistant I or equivalent experience.
• Must have 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.
What You'll Be Doing:
• 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.
• Perform packing and tearing down chromatography columns.
• Cleans glassware and maintains equipment used in the laboratory.
• Empty trash in production areas and production 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 as outlined in the company's Standard Operating Procedures, Chemical Hygiene Plan, Emergency Contingency Plan, training memoranda, policy memoranda, Safety Data Sheets, Specification Records, etc.
What We Offer:
The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, available immediately.
• 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.
Additional Information:
This is a site-based role located in our Alabaster, AL location.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email candidate@croda.com.
Why Croda?
At Croda, we believe our people are our difference. We are people-led, driven by the desire to do good and deliver value, a unifying principle shaped by all the great people that have travelled through Croda since our beginning in 1925. We pride ourselves on bringing together diverse teams and talents from across the globe and, guided by our values of Responsible, Innovative, and Together, we are passionate about building an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse organisation with innovation and customer focus underpinning all that we do.
Croda recognizes employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate based on any protected attribute, including age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.