Production Lead - Wet Chemistry - Oxides

Production Lead - Wet Chemistry - Oxides - Minneapolis, MN

DESCRIPTION:

We are looking for a Production Lead -Wet Chemistry to lead assets responsible for advanced materials analysis and performing chemical reactions for pilot production.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Direct or perform water-based chemical reactions involving nanoparticles at large scales (tens to hundreds of liters)
• Operate a variety of analytical and characterization equipment to support production, engineering evaluations, and failure analysis
• Provide training and guidance to other Technicians in day-to-day operations and be able to take on limited engineering roles as needed to support the Pilot Production team
• Gather, analyze, and present data to bring conclusions to Pilot Production team
• Assist Production Engineering team in analyzing product and process limitations and problems, facilitating root cause analysis, then implementing solutions
• Assist in process documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and preventative maintenance
• Keep accurate and complete records of experiments
• Work with a high degree of attention to workplace safety
• Participate in Emergency Response Team

BACKGROUND PROFILE:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials engineering, or related field
• Experience working with nanoparticles or nanomaterials in a laboratory or production environment
• Experience using analytical instrumentation including mass balances, conductivity meters, pH meters, particle size analyzers and/or viscometers
• Ability to self-direct and meet deadlines
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint