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Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company's product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.
For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media.
Perks of working with us!

• Competitive health + wellness benefit plan
• Continuous professional development with many opportunities for growth!
• Recharge with 15 days of paid time off
• Competitive Salary and Bonuses
• 401k Plan
• Ability to work remotely

Summary
The Chemical Process Specialist plays a critical role within the Global Process Technology organization, acting as the bridge between R&D, plant operations, and commercial teams to deliver safe, efficient, and scalable manufacturing solutions. This position is responsible for supporting product commercialization, optimizing manufacturing processes, and improving cost, quality, and productivity across the Solenis plant network.
Responsibilities

• Lead and support plant-scale trials for new product introductions
• Adapt lab-developed formulations to full-scale manufacturing environments
• Collaborate with R&D and operations to ensure successful commercialization
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality, reduce costs, and increase productivity
• Troubleshoot plant performance issues using data analysis and operational insights
• Conduct capacity, sourcing, debottlenecking, and expansion analysis across the plant network
• Lead product line steering teams across multiple sites
• Serve as a central point connecting R&D, engineering, operations, and business teams
• Identify and implement standardized best practices across facilities
• Support process design and specification for capital projects
• Support toll manufacturing evaluations and insourcing initiatives
• Conduct make-versus-buy analysis and cost assessments
• Contribute to strategies that optimize plant utilization and cost structure
• Prepare technical documentation including formulations, specifications, and reports

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5-10 years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or industrial operations
• Strong understanding of chemical manufacturing processes and plant operations
• Experience working cross-functionally with R&D, operations, engineering, and business teams
• Knowledge of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) standards
• Ability to travel approximately 20-35% of the time

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we've identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we'd love to learn more about you.
At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.
Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at talentacquisition@solenis.com
The expected compensation range for this position is between $93,530.00 and $137,181.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.