Current™ (formerly GE Current, a Daintree Company) has unveiled a new brand identity following the historic acquisition of Hubbell’s Commercial & Industrial (C&I) Lighting business. The enterprise brand unites the companies under a single identity with one purpose: To deliver the innovation customers require, with solutions that create inspiring, efficient and safe environments. Current products dramatically improve lighting quality, reduce energy demand to support cleaner air, and have become synonymous with reimagined physical spaces. The history of the company demonstrates decades of trusted quality and reliability. Current's portfolio includes 35 industry-leading product brands each offer a unique value proposition. Primary office locations are Cleveland, OH and Greenville, SC, with centers of expertise locations in Austin, TX, Rolling Meadows, IL and Quebec, Canada. Manufacturing operations reside in Cleveland, OH, Hendersonville, NC, Pittsburgh, PA, Plympton, MA, Christiansburg, VA, Acuna, MX and Tijuana, MX.

The Chemist will develop and implement solutions to key objectives for the Specialty Chemicals Manufacturing business, from initial literature search to production implementation of commercial materials. The Chemist will collaborate with the extended team to lead material development, piloting efforts, and support engineers to execute equipment and facility tasks related to the manufacturing scale-up of specialty chemicals production.

The Chemist will:

• Lead the literature search for the projects.
• Lead identifying and completion of project objectives required for the successful execution of program goals.
• Support the execution of infrastructure and equipment tasks required for program goals.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and design/system/process engineers to execute required tasks for manufacturing scale-up and implementation of Specialty Chemical production.
• Collaborate with team members, business experts, and consultants to ensure Environment, Health, and Safety compliance
• Lead identifying and completion of key objectives required for successful manufacturing scale-up and implementation

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  Ph.D. Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• Prior experience with chemical processes, including lab/pilot and scale-up is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; experience with design of experiment techniques
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize actions
• Demonstrated ability to work without boundaries to accomplish critical tasks.

Other Requirements:

• Sets priorities and works efficiently with limited direct supervision.
• Prepares clear and concise data analysis and technical reports.
• Works cross-functionally; develops and maintains good working relationships.
• Implements and maintains a high level of organization of tests and samples.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Performs all assigned tasks, works independently, and completes work on schedule.
• Ability to work on several tasks at once and to change priorities to align with the company's needs.
• Demonstrates willingness to take initiative to complete projects in timely manner.
• Proactive in detection and correction of possible EHS issues. Work with safety as first priority, for both the individual and the team.

Compensation

The position has a compensation package inclusive of base, bonus (if eligible), benefits, 401k contribution, time off, recognition awards and more. This salary range is 105,000-125,000.

Benefits and Perks

The Highlights:

All around competitive culture where together we strive to:

• Approach each day with a tenacious curiosity
• Communicate openly and honestly- internally and externally
• Work hard, take risks, fail fast…learn and move on
• Embrace diversity and welcome opposing thoughts
• Empower and develop each other
• We have an open and inclusive culture where you’ll learn and grow through programs and resources like:
  • Quarterly company all employee meetings
  • Management and Leadership development
  • Initiatives and special projects with executive leadership exposure
  • Access to top-notch learning courses through LinkedIn Learning
  • Regular manager check-ins to drive performance and career growth

Our more standard benefits

• Full-time exempt roles have a Permissive Time Off Policy, giving you flexibility to rest, relax and recharge away from work
• Paid Company Holidays
• A comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement program with a fully vested immediate company match
• Flexible Spending Account options for pre-tax employee allocations

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Current Chemicals will only employ those who are legally authorized to work. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.